Parisians sleep in parks to cool down during heatwave

Published on 25/06/2026 - 17:15 GMT+2

As France endures an intense heatwave, some Parisians are choosing to sleep in parks rather than spend the night in overheated apartments. At Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, people arrived with blankets, hammocks and inflatable mattresses, taking advantage of the cooler night air.

"It's already like a proper hotel tonight," said Camille Arregun, who brought her baby to the park to escape the heat.

Another visitor, Agathe Chebassier, said she had considered sleeping outdoors, adding: "I'd be much better off sleeping under the stars than in my flat, where it's absolutely sweltering."

While some planned to return home later in the evening, others said they were ready to stay until morning as the heatwave continued to grip the French capital.