Paris locals and visitors witnessed the reopening of the Seine River, marking its first accessibility since 1923. This event provided a much-needed escape from the intense summer heat. The reopening was made possible following cleanup efforts of the famed river in Paris,

For the first time in over a century, Parisians and tourists are getting ready to take a refreshing dip in the Seine.

The French capital's iconic waterway has been largely closed to swimmers since 1923 due to pollution and risks from river navigation.