Dossier
Canal Saint Martin
Coverage of Canal Saint Martin in the Nexus archive.
- Paris opens canal to swimmers looking to cool off in heatwave
Paris has opened an area of the Canal Saint Martin to swimmers to help residents cope with a record-breaking heatwave. The initiative is reported by France 24's James Andre.
- Air conditioning for all? France divided over response to record-breaking heatwave
France is experiencing a record-breaking heatwave, with Parisians seeking relief in the Canal Saint Martin amid the hottest night on record. A prolonged heat dome over western Europe is intensifying the situation, testing residents' patience and highlighting challenges posed by outdated housing designs.