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Seven super swimming spots in Europe
This Financial Times travel feature highlights seven exceptional swimming and bathing locations across Europe, ranging from urban pools to natural lagoons. The spots include Les Roches Rouges on the French Riviera, offering poolside ice cream with sea views; the new two-tiered Laugarás Lagoon in Iceland's Golden Circle; Saunasaari, a private Finnish island near Helsinki dedicated to saunas and cold plunges; Milan's historic Bagni Misteriosi lido with evening swims and aperitivi; Madrid's contemporary Riela bathhouse blending Roman, Japanese, and Russian bathing traditions; and a boat lounge on the Amalfi Coast. Each entry provides location, pricing, and website details for travelers seeking urban or scenic water experiences.
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