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Electric hydrofoil boards are giving Parisians the sensation of flying just above the River Seine. The eco-friendly water sport uses a propeller to lift riders above the surface as they glide along the iconic waterway.
Hundreds of swimmers dove into Paris's Seine River for the first major race in nearly 80 years, thanks to a massive cleanup effort. Competitors swam past the Eiffel Tower and other iconic landmarks while crowds cheered from the riverbanks.
For the second summer in a row, Parisians can take a refreshing dip in the Seine River, a waterway that was off-limits for 100 years. After investing over a billion euros to clean up the historic river for the 2024 Olympics, the city is welcoming swimmers back to three official spots starting July 4.
