Just 1h30 from Paris, this swimming pool hidden in the middle of the forest is a real haven of coolness – and yet hardly anyone knows about it!

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Want to escape the heat and hustle of the capital without having to drive for miles? Head for the Buthiers leisure island, a veritable slice of paradise nestled in the heart of the Fontainebleau forest. Here, you’ll find a beautiful swimming pool surrounded by pine trees and rocks, and a wide range of activities. Ideal for a change of scenery in the middle of nature!

A large swimming pool in the heart of nature near Paris

Just 1.5 hours from the capital by train or car, there’s a very special place to be, especially when the heat gets to be too much. In the Seine-et-Marne region, the Buthiers leisure island offers both a lush green setting for relaxation and a whole range of equipment and facilities for all kinds of activities.

Buthiers‘ main attraction is its unique open-air swimming pool. Set in the middle of the trees, it offers a stunning backdrop! Measuring 1,400 square meters, it is heated and equipped with three slides and water play areas. Whether you want to swim laps, splash around or just have fun, this pool ticks all the boxes! And what’s more, the natural shade of the pine trees provides a rare coolness, even in the middle of a heatwave. The Buthiers leisure island is therefore a destination of choice when the thermometer starts to climb very high.

Buthiers isn’t just a place to take a dip. It’s also a life-size playground: hiking trails, rock climbing, adventure courses, mountain biking, archery, indoor surfing, accrobranche… The surrounding forest becomes a vast exploration ground. Come as a couple for a romantic getaway, as a family for a lively day out, or with friends to challenge each other on the activities. Many events punctuate the leisure island’s year-round program.

📍Location: île de loisirs de Buthiers – 73 rue des Roches, 77760 Buthiers, France
💵 Price: Free parking – Pool access from €4.50