Paris 2024 - Illustration

Paris 2024 - Illustration

Illustration in the streets of the 2024 Olympic Games. In the photo the cleanliness of the Seine in preparation for the competitions. Paris, France on July 29, 2024. Photo by Kelly Linsale/bePress Photo Agency/bppa.be/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Illustration

Paris 2024 - Illustration

Illustration in the streets of the 2024 Olympic Games. In the photo the cleanliness of the Seine in preparation for the competitions. Paris, France on July 29, 2024. Photo by Kelly Linsale/bePress Photo Agency/bppa.be/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Illustration

Paris 2024 - Illustration

Illustration in the streets of the 2024 Olympic Games. In the photo the cleanliness of the Seine in preparation for the competitions. Paris, France on July 29, 2024. Photo by Kelly Linsale/bePress Photo Agency/bppa.be/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Illustration

Paris 2024 - Illustration

Illustration in the streets of the 2024 Olympic Games. In the photo the cleanliness of the Seine in preparation for the competitions. Paris, France on July 29, 2024. Photo by Kelly Linsale/bePress Photo Agency/bppa.be/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024: Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In River Seine To Show Water Cleanliness

On Wednesday, July 17, nine days before the start of Paris Olympics, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo swam in the Seine to demonstrate the cleanliness of the river which will be used for outdoor swimming events.

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

After months of anticipation, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo walks near the Seine after coming out of the water after a dip in the Seine River on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 fulfilling a promise she made in January nine days before the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics. The swim occurs along the stretch of the river that passes by the imposing-looking City Hall and the Notre Dame Cathedral as part of a broader effort to showcase the river’s improved cleanliness. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

After months of anticipation, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo walks near the Seine after coming out of the water after a dip in the Seine River on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 fulfilling a promise she made in January nine days before the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics. The swim occurs along the stretch of the river that passes by the imposing-looking City Hall and the Notre Dame Cathedral as part of a broader effort to showcase the river’s improved cleanliness. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

After months of anticipation, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo walks near the Seine after coming out of the water after a dip in the Seine River on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 fulfilling a promise she made in January nine days before the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics. The swim occurs along the stretch of the river that passes by the imposing-looking City Hall and the Notre Dame Cathedral as part of a broader effort to showcase the river’s improved cleanliness. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

After months of anticipation, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo walks near the Seine after coming out of the water after a dip in the Seine River on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 fulfilling a promise she made in January nine days before the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics. The swim occurs along the stretch of the river that passes by the imposing-looking City Hall and the Notre Dame Cathedral as part of a broader effort to showcase the river’s improved cleanliness. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

After months of anticipation, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo take pictures with swimmers at the Seine after coming out of the water after a dip in the Seine River on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 fulfilling a promise she made in January nine days before the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics. The swim occurs along the stretch of the river that passes by the imposing-looking City Hall and the Notre Dame Cathedral as part of a broader effort to showcase the river’s improved cleanliness. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

After months of anticipation, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo walks near the Seine after coming out of the water after a dip in the Seine River on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 fulfilling a promise she made in January nine days before the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics. The swim occurs along the stretch of the river that passes by the imposing-looking City Hall and the Notre Dame Cathedral as part of a broader effort to showcase the river’s improved cleanliness. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

After months of anticipation, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo walks near the Seine after coming out of the water after a dip in the Seine River on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 fulfilling a promise she made in January nine days before the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics. The swim occurs along the stretch of the river that passes by the imposing-looking City Hall and the Notre Dame Cathedral as part of a broader effort to showcase the river’s improved cleanliness. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

After months of anticipation, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo walks near the Seine after coming out of the water after a dip in the Seine River on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 fulfilling a promise she made in January nine days before the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics. The swim occurs along the stretch of the river that passes by the imposing-looking City Hall and the Notre Dame Cathedral as part of a broader effort to showcase the river’s improved cleanliness. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

After months of anticipation, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo walks near the Seine after coming out of the water after a dip in the Seine River on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 fulfilling a promise she made in January nine days before the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics. The swim occurs along the stretch of the river that passes by the imposing-looking City Hall and the Notre Dame Cathedral as part of a broader effort to showcase the river’s improved cleanliness. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

After months of anticipation, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo take pictures with swimmers at the Seine after coming out of the water after a dip in the Seine River on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 fulfilling a promise she made in January nine days before the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics. The swim occurs along the stretch of the river that passes by the imposing-looking City Hall and the Notre Dame Cathedral as part of a broader effort to showcase the river’s improved cleanliness. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

After months of anticipation, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo walks near the Seine after coming out of the water after a dip in the Seine River on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 fulfilling a promise she made in January nine days before the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics. The swim occurs along the stretch of the river that passes by the imposing-looking City Hall and the Notre Dame Cathedral as part of a broader effort to showcase the river’s improved cleanliness. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

After months of anticipation, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo walks near the Seine after coming out of the water after a dip in the Seine River on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 fulfilling a promise she made in January nine days before the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics. The swim occurs along the stretch of the river that passes by the imposing-looking City Hall and the Notre Dame Cathedral as part of a broader effort to showcase the river’s improved cleanliness. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

After months of anticipation, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo take pictures with swimmers at the Seine after coming out of the water after a dip in the Seine River on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 fulfilling a promise she made in January nine days before the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics. The swim occurs along the stretch of the river that passes by the imposing-looking City Hall and the Notre Dame Cathedral as part of a broader effort to showcase the river’s improved cleanliness. Photo by Raphael Lafargue/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell Swims In The Seine River - Paris

CNN Journalist Mellissa Bell swims in the river Seine on July 17, 2024 in Paris, France. The city's mayor took a dip in the Seine amid concerns over water cleanliness ahead of the Olympic Games, in which the river will host triathlon and marathon swimming events. Photo by Laurent Zabulon/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Paris 2024 - Mayor Anne Hidalgo Swims In The Seine River - Paris

Mayor of Paris Anne Hidalgo exists after swimming in the River Seine in Paris on July 17, 2024. After months of anticipation, Hidalgo fulfills a promise she made in January nine days before the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics. The swim occurs along the stretch of the river that passes by the imposing-looking City Hall and the Notre Dame Cathedral as part of a broader effort to showcase the river’s improved cleanliness. Photo by Firas Abdullah/ABACAPRESS.COM