the banks of the Seine as usual this summer, comfortably soaking up the sunshine on colourful deckchairs, watching a concert, taking part in ‘beach’ sport or sipping a trendy cocktail at one of the various stands on this summer’s hippest beach.
The 2007 edition marks a return to the origins of Paris Plages as an event conceived to provide family fun. This year’s programme invites visitors to take a pleasant stroll through holiday land. A host of activities will be organised for an entire month: there’ll be water sports such as pedal, paddle and small boat rides in the Bassin de la Villette and open-air activities such as beach rugby or a dip in the floating swimming pool, plus quieter leisure occupations such as painting sessions: or you can simply lie back in your deckchair and read.
Whether you’re a Parisian who can’t afford a beachside holiday this year or a visitor wanting to see a new side to Paris, you will really enjoy Paris Plages. Don’t forget your sunglasses and suntan lotion!

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