France: Hundreds of swimmers plunge into the Seine for first race in 80 years

On Sunday, July 12, 2026, hundreds of swimmers dove into the Seine near the Eiffel Tower for the first open-water swimming competition held in the river in 80 years. The Open Swim Harmonie Mutuelle saw competitors pass iconic landmarks as crowds cheered from the banks. At the finish, participants crossed the line with raised arms and received their medals.