The River Seine reopened for swimming on July 5, 2025, for the first time since 1923, as a key legacy of the Paris 2024 Olympics. Several measures, including daily water testing and a swim test for bathers, were implemented for safety. Swimming zones at Pont Marie include changing rooms and beach-style furniture, accommodating 150 to 300 people. Despite excitement, officials cautioned swimmers about risks like strong currents and boat traffic, emphasizing that the Seine is still a dangerous environment.
The seasonal opening of the Seine for swimming is seen as a key legacy of the Paris 2024 Olympics, when a special cleanup was conducted for open water events.
The swimming zones are equipped with changing rooms, showers, and beach-style furniture, providing space for 150 to 300 people to relax and enjoy the river.
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