As the heat has descended like a heavy blanket on the City of Light, Parisians are all desperately searching for places to cool off to lower the temperature a bit. Thankfully, amidst the free pools , the largest riverside beach in France, or countless hiking/swimming spots, Paris and its region are bursting with great ideas. This time, we’re inviting you to discover a truly extraordinary place where you can satisfy all your water fantasies.
Half an hour from happiness
It’s hot, very hot. And to combat it, you’re already planning your weekend in the Calanques of Marseille or on the Basque coast. But what if we told you...
Wouldn't it be amazing if there was a place to relax by the water without spending hours on public transport or shelling out a month's salary on train tickets? To discover this exceptional paradise, head over to Center Parcs, and more specifically the Village Nature.Voir cette publication sur Instagram
In the heart of a more than 500-hectare estate, you can enjoy a vast outdoor lagoon, naturally heated all year round. With views of the adjacent lake and lush greenery all around, it's safe to say that the idyllic setting will quickly make you forget about the troubles of Paris and the heat of the pavement. For a complete relaxation (or if you think it’s not warm enough), head to the spa to enjoy treatments, as well as hammams and saunas.
Dozens of water activities
For those who are more adventurous or sporty, with goals in life beyond simply being like a forgotten tea bag in a pool, no worries, you'll find everything you need right here to satisfy all your desires. Enjoy wave pools, slides, water trees, climbing courses by the pool, and more!
Aqua bike, aqua gym, aqua jump, or even aqua scooter will be there to delight you. Aqua Mundo even invites you to discover an underwater virtual reality experience, to feel the sensations of weightlessness.Villages Nature Paris sera bientôt enfin doté d'une rivière sauvage, pour en faire un Center Parcs digne de ce nom (sans quoi les fans hardcore de Center Parcs étaient apparemment en PLS).
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Les travaux ont débuté l'été dernier, pour une ouverture cette année. pic.twitter.com/eOmo31hubu
And once you've enjoyed a nice dip, the fun doesn't stop there! You can take advantage of the incredible place for a pedal boat ride on the lake, a tree climbing session, a visit to the farm, a game of mini-golf, or just stroll through nature. Well, we do want to give you a heads up, this dream comes with a price, as the entrance ticket (which includes some activities, but not all) is €58 for the day.
Address: Rue du Pré des Merlans, 77700 Bailly-Romainvilliers, France