Since 2002, the pedestrian and cycling path along the Seine's right bank has hosted playful, sporty activities. The City of Paris created a sand-and-grass "beach" area to entertain Parisians throughout the summer. Paris Plages is a not-to-be-missed event that gives locals a chance to enjoy summery, festive activities without having to leave town on vacation.
Highlights
Sunbathing on the sand
800 meters of beach await on the Seine's right bank. It's the perfect spot to set up a lounge chair or a towel and soak up a seaside atmosphere.
Sports activities
There's plenty of sport on offer, with beach volleyball, basketball, pétanque, dance classes, and even tai chi lessons. For water activities like kayaking, sailing, rowing, or canoeing, head to the Bassin de la Villette-Quai de Loire.
The Fnac Live Festival
Completely free, the Fnac Live Festival returns every year to the square in front of Paris City Hall. The festival draws nearly 60,000 visitors annually.
The Grand Rallye Eau de Paris
Adventure seekers will love this scavenger hunt full of all sorts of puzzles for the whole family. Along the Paris Plages route, you'll need to find the answers to finish the game and win prizes.
Infos pratiques
Tips
Plenty of attractions delight kids and adults alike at Paris Plages. The farm on the beach, the comic-book library, storytelling workshops, and the "archéo plage" dig site are all great picks for children. Trendy shops in the surrounding neighborhoods take on summer colors and invite visitors to do some beachwear shopping. The "swimwear" and "sunglasses" sections of department stores are practically stormed during this period.
How to get there
Voie Georges Pompidou is accessible from the "Louvre-Rivoli," "Pont-Neuf," "Châtelet," "Hôtel de Ville," "Saint-Paul," "Pont-Marie," and "Sully Morland" metro stops. Many bus lines also serve Hôtel de Ville and the area around Paris Plages. To reach the Bassin de la Villette, take the metro to "Crimée," "Riquet," or "Stalingrad."
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