Three sites will be able to welcome over 1,000 swimmers daily until August 31, local officials said, to the delight of the Parisians and visitors who were among the first to take the plunge.

For the first time in over a century, Parisians and tourists will be able to take a refreshing dip in the River Seine. The long-polluted waterway is finally opening up as a summertime swim spot following a 1.

Paris opens up free urban 'beaches' for those people who haven't fled the city for the actual seaside - from themes to opening times and swimming opportunities, here's what to expect this year.