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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Sylvie Corbet

Tourists embrace new favourite pastime as heatwave scorches Paris

Swimming in the Seine has rapidly become a cherished new pastime for Parisians and a burgeoning attraction for visitors to the French capital.

Thousands have already taken the plunge since three public bathing sites opened in July – marking the first time in over a century that the river has been officially accessible for public dips.

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