Two thousand tons of sand and some palm trees is all that is needed to annually transform the right bank of the Seine into a manmade beach worthy of the French capital. The Paris Plage (Paris Beach) is a highly popular, free ‘event’ instituted by the City Fathers in 2002 that attracts millions of visitors to its shores. Between July and August, land-locked city dwellers can enjoy sun, fun and themed activities, without the usual Parisian price tag. A recent addition is a large swimming pool - good news for those seeking some relief from the summer sun, especially as the dirty water of the Seine itself is not a welcome thought.
Region/City Name:
Paris
Event Date:
July 20, 2011 - August 20, 2011
Venue:
Right bank of Seine river
Event Time:
9:30am to 11pm
Date Text:
20 July to 20 August 2011
