Piscine Jean-Taris, Municipal swimming pool in Latin Quarter, Paris, France
Piscine Jean-Taris is a municipal swimming facility in the Latin Quarter with two indoor pools of different sizes. The larger pool is 25 meters with six lanes, while the smaller training pool is 15 meters long and offers varying water depths.
The facility was established near Sorbonne University and has served both students and local residents since its opening. It remains a long-established part of the neighborhood and continues to shape recreational options in the area.
The pool is a fixture in the neighborhood where students and local residents gather throughout the week for swimming and other water activities. It serves as a meeting place for people from the Latin Quarter who come for exercise and recreation in equal measure.
The facility operates from Tuesday through Sunday with morning and afternoon sessions, closing on Mondays for maintenance. It helps to check the schedule in advance since session times can vary throughout the week.
The water temperature in both pools is maintained at a constant 27 degrees Celsius (81 degrees Fahrenheit), ensuring comfortable swimming conditions. Water depth ranges from 0.7 to 3 meters, allowing for different swimming levels and training styles.
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