Where to paddle in Paris? Our 5 spots around Paris
Looking for a getaway on the water, without having to go far? Here are five perfect spots for paddle-boarding, a blend of nature, urbanism and conviviality, easily accessible from Paris.
Beach Paddle – Saint-Maur-des-Fossés (Marne)
The Beach Paddle club offers supervised outings and paddle and kayak rentals along the Marne. Set in a welcoming nautical base, the team provides a quick initiation, before embarking on a soothing stroll between islands and willows. Open from March to October, it’s the perfect option for a nature outing just 20 minutes from Paris.
📍BEACHPADDLE – Base Nautique Paddle et Canoës-Kayaks, 18 Quai du Mesnil, 94210 Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, France
Le Grand Huit – Joinville-le-Pont (Marne)
Just a few minutes from Paris by RER A train, Le Grand Huit organizes SUP sessions on the Marne River, for beginners or those with a guide. Enjoy a serene experience, punctuated by birdsong and lapping water, in a delightful setting of stone, vegetation and local history.
📍Le Grand Huit, 1 Quai Gabriel Péri, 94340 Joinville-le-Pont
Base Nautique de la Villette – Bassin de la Villette
The only intra-muros nautical base, La Base Nautique de la Villette, offers paddle, kayak or rowing rentals on the 19ᵉ arrondissement’s wide basin. Accessible all summer long, the place is perfect for a fun or sports break a stone’s throw from the metro, totally free on Saturdays and Sundays as part of Paris Plages.
📍Base nautique de la Villette, 17 Quai de la Loire, 75019 Paris
Vaires-Torcy leisure island (Seine-et-Marne)
Just 30 minutes from Paris, Vaires-Torcy offers a calm stretch of water with paddle rentals and Olympic equipment. Perfect for a half-day’s relaxation, or to enjoy after a brunch by the water.
📍Ile de Loisirs de Vaires – Torcy, Rte de Lagny, 77200 Torcy
Bassin de Cergy / Port aux Cerises (Val-d’Oise)
Around Cergy or Port aux Cerises, it’s easy to rent a paddle from local canoeing clubs. Varied landscapes and gentle glides on calm water: the ideal setting for a peaceful getaway and paddling.
📍Ile de loisirs du Port aux Cerises, Rue du Port aux Cerises, 91210 Draveil
Why paddle in the Paris Region?
Paddleboarding on the Seine is strictly regulated. However, the sites described here offer a serene and accessible alternative, surrounded by nature or right in the heart of the city. What’s more, some clubs offer guided tours, ideal for beginners or groups.
