The heat of the last few days has awakened in us a desire to transform ourselves into sea animals and take a dip. Whether you’re an avid swimmer or not, every good Lyonnais loves to take a dip in the pool to invigorate themselves! That’s why, after the top bars, restaurants, exhibitions and outings, we set out to find the best swimming pools in Lyon. To facilitate access to any municipal pool, we strongly advise you to book online.
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Center nautique Tony Bertrand, Lyon 7th district
Fancy a swim in the heart of Lyon? The Piscine Tony Bertrand, inaugurated in 1965, is a true monument to functional architecture and a must-see site in Lyon. Awarded the “Heritage of the 20th Century” label, it boasts a 50 x 21-meter Olympic pool with water at 27°C in winter, and a 68 x 24-meter leisure pool accessible in summer, with leisure facilities such as whirlpools, a slide and a counter-current! In addition to swimming, the pool offers a range of activities including water polo, beach volleyball, table tennis and free aquagym and aquabike classes. A word of advice: you’d better be in shape! Get your swimsuit ready, book your time and dive into a unique aquatic experience in an exceptional setting!
📍 8 quai Claude Bernard, 69007 Lyon
📆 Open Monday to Friday from 12pm to 8pm, and weekends from 12pm to 6pm.
💰 Rates are €3.40 in winter and €8 in summer (reduced rates available).
👉 Tickets can be booked online with an e-ticket.
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La Duchère swimming pool
It’s just reopened! After months of refurbishment, come and enjoy the Duchère swimming pool with its brand-new slide, women’s changing rooms and reopened paddling pool. And that’s not all: the equivalent of half a basketball court has been set up to accommodate all ancillary activities such as gym classes, as well as a refurbished picnic area. As you can see, the pool is back in the limelight and set to win back the hearts of the Lyonnais over the summer months.
📍 264 Avenue Andrei Sakharov, 69009 Lyon
📆 Open every day from 10:30am to 3pm and 3:30pm to 8pm (except Fridays from 12pm to 8pm).
💰 €4 full price and €2.60 reduced price (under 18, students under 26, disabled persons and jobseekers).
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Piscine de Vaise in Lyon 9e (currently under construction, opening soon)
It’s not open yet, but it’s already promising some great experiences! The Piscine de Vaise, located in Lyon’s 9th arrondissement, is currently undergoing a complete renovation of its two pools, which should be completed by this summer. Inaugurated in 1968, the pool will benefit from work on the waterproofing and tiling, as well as on the diving boards and roof of the small pool. The facades and entrance area will also be refurbished! The initial budget of 4.6 million euros has been revised to 6.3 million euros for this renovation, scheduled to take place between May 2024 and May 2025. These renovations will provide you with a modernized and more pleasant space. We can’t wait to take a dip!
📍 50 avenue Sidoine Apollinaire, 69009 Lyon
📆 Reopening this summer
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Piscine Garibaldi, Lyon3e
Located right in the center of Lyon, the Garibaldi pool welcomes you all year round in a 33.25 m pool, with 5 water lines and a depth ranging from 0.80 m to 3.20 m. As you can see, this pool offers you all the space you need to cool off or, for the more athletic among you, to push your limits! And of course, children are welcome for family afternoons of splashing fun!
📍 221 rue Garibaldi, 69003 Lyon
📆 Open Monday to Sunday, with extended hours during school vacations
💰 Admission is €3.40 (full price) or €2.60 concessions, and children under 6 are free. 10-entry cards at €25 are also available.
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Saint-Exupéry swimming pool, Lyon 4th district
This unpretentious pool will make you want to swim laps every morning! Piscine Saint-Exupéry welcomes you to its 25 x 12.5-meter pool, with depths ranging from 1.20 m to 3.50 m. You’ll feel right at home here, especially at off-peak times! Please note that opening times vary from period to period, from Monday to Sunday, including extended hours during school vacations! Please note that the pool is closed on certain public holidays and during exceptional closures, so if you’re in any doubt, check the website!
📍 11 rue Petrus Sambardier, 69004 Lyon
📆 Open Monday to Sunday
💰 Admission is €3.40 full price, €2.60 concessions, and free for children under 6. The €25 10-entry card is valid for 2 years.
Piscine Jean Mermoz, Lyon 8e
The Piscine Mermoz, built in the 60s by architect Philippe Tournebize, invites you to enjoy its summer facilities ! Cool off in the 25m pool, have fun on the slide, challenge your friends to a game of water polo or jorky ball, and relax on the lawn. From June 28 to August 28, the pool welcomes you every day from 10.30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and from 3.30 p.m. to 8 p.m., in a friendly, relaxing atmosphere. Admission is €3.40 full price, €2.60 discounted, and 10-entry cards are available for €25. Young people can also take advantage of summer passes (25 entries for €50)! It’s the perfect place for a relaxing day out with family or friends!
📍 12 place André Latarjet, 69008 Lyon
📆 June 28 to August 28, daily, 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
💰 Admission €3.40 full price, €2.60 concessions