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Paris opens river Seine for public swimming for first time since 1923

  • On July 5, 2024, Paris allowed people to swim in the Seine River for the first time since a ban was imposed in 1923 due to pollution concerns.
  • The reopening followed an extensive $1.5 billion cleanup designed to enhance water quality and ensure safe conditions for athletes competing in the 2024 Olympic Games hosted by Paris.
  • Three supervised swimming sites near Notre Dame, the Eiffel Tower, and eastern Paris offer free access until August 31 with daily water quality monitoring.
  • Dan Angelescu, founder of Fluidion, noted that water quality remains variable and some scientists warn current safety tests may not capture all risks.
  • The reopening marks a symbolic environmental milestone for Paris but skepticism about swimming safety persists among some residents despite official assurances.
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Politico Europe broke the news in Brussels, Belgium on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
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