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El Sena pasó de ser un río contaminado a convertirse en el nuevo lugar de moda para nadar en París
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 5, 2026
· 8 min read
Por Camille Knight, CNN
Si visitas París este verano, quizá quieras incluir un baño en el río Sena en tu itinerario. Y, después del intenso calor que ha vivido la ciudad en las últimas semanas, es posible que incluso lo necesites.
París acaba de registrar el día más caluroso de su historia, c...
Key takeaway La apertura de esta temporada, prevista para el sábado, coincide con la conmemoración de los 250 años de amistad entre Francia y Estados Unidos.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso residents looking to beat the heat this summer may find inspiration in Paris's recent decision to open the Seine River to swimmers. As the City of El Paso continues to develop its own water recreation facilities, the example of the Seine's transformation from a polluted river to a popular swimming spot could be instructive. With the Rio Grande running along the city's border, El Paso may consider similar initiatives to revitalize its own waterways and provide residents with unique recreational opportunities. The success of Paris's swimming areas, which have become a new summer tradition, could serve as a model for El Paso's own efforts to enhance its public spaces and promote community engagement. As the city moves forward with its own water management and recreation plans, the Seine's story offers a compelling example of how urban waterways can be revitalized and repurposed for public enjoyment.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 8 min
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What is this story about? Por Camille Knight, CNN
Si visitas París este verano, quizá quieras incluir un baño en el río Sena en tu itinerario. Y, después del intenso calor que ha vivido la ciudad en las últimas semanas, es posible que incluso lo necesites.
París acaba de registrar el día más caluroso de su historia, c...
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