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Bassin de la Villette

La Villette

Take a dip in the canal at this urban beach where Parisians escape the heat. Between swims, grab a drink at waterfront cafés, rent paddle boats, or cycle the 30km path toward the countryside.

Urban swimming spot
Summer waterfront vibes
Canal-side cafés
Family-friendly activities

Tips

☀️fantastic relaxing place during hot summer days
🏊don't expect a swimming pool — it's Paris canal life
⏰check swimming schedule — four time slots with cleaning breaks

Bassin de la Villette

75019 Paris, France

www.paris.fr

Upcoming at Bassin de la Villette

Wednesday, Jul 1
Baignade au canal de la Villette

Baignade au canal de la Villette

July 1 at 10am

Swim for free in a converted canal basin where Parisians come to cool off, paddle, and lounge. Between dips, try kayaking, catch a beach volleyball match, or just claim a deck chair and watch the barges drift by.

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