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Paris Makes History: Seine River Opens for Public Swimming This Summer, First Time Since 1923

Paris Makes History: Seine River Opens for Public Swimming This Summer, First Time Since 1923

Paris Makes History: Seine River Opens for Public Swimming This Summer, First Time Since 1923 In a historic moment for the French capital, the River Seine has officially opened for public swimming this summer season, marking the first time Parisians and visitors can safely dip into its waters since 1923. The eagerly anticipated reopening, which commenced recently, is a direct result of extensive clean-up operations spurred by the river’s use as a venue for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Three dedicated…

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Parisians Make Historic Plunge as Seine River Opens for Public Swimming

Parisians Make Historic Plunge as Seine River Opens for Public Swimming

Parisians Make Historic Plunge as Seine River Opens for Public Swimming For the first time in over a century, the iconic River Seine has officially opened its banks for public swimming, marking a monumental achievement after a €1.4 billion ($1.5 billion) cleanup project. This historic moment allows Parisians and tourists alike to take a refreshing dip in the once-polluted waterway, which was notably deemed suitable for Olympic competitions last year. Three new designated swimming sites, strategically located near landmarks like…

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