La Plage des 2 Rives
Summer on the banks of the Meurthe between Nancy and Tomblaine
About Plage des 2 Rives
Summer by the Meurthe
La Plage des 2 Rives is a flagship summer event of the Métropole du Grand Nancy that transforms the banks of the Meurthe each summer into a vast area for relaxation, swimming, and leisure. Spread between Nancy, Tomblaine, and Saint-Max, the initiative offers a complete range of free or low-cost activities for all ages for two months.
Seven thematic zones along the Meurthe
La Plage des 2 Rives is organized into seven distinct zones spread along the river, each offering a specific atmosphere and activities:
- The Beach (Prairie de la Méchelle, Nancy side) — relaxation area with sand, deckchairs, parasols, guinguette, games, and a stage for concerts.
- The Olympic Village — sports introductions, urban surf structure, and sports fields supervised by instructors.
- The Oasis — outdoor swimming pools for bathing and water games.
- The Bucolic Island — natural space with your feet at the water's edge to enjoy the river landscape.
- The Eco Zone — environmental awareness and sharing about nature.
- The MIYAWAKI Forest — participatory micro-forest, an ecological project for greening the banks.
- The Château de Saint-Max — cultural activities and entertainment on the Saint-Max side.
Swimming and water activities
Outdoor swimming pools allow safe bathing by the Meurthe. Water activities and games complement the aquatic offerings, providing a true seaside break in the heart of the city.
Guinguettes
Two guinguettes — on the Nancy side and the Tomblaine side — offer food, drinks, and a festive atmosphere. The guinguette on the Nancy side opens in early June, followed by the one in Tomblaine in mid-June, extending the summer experience well beyond the full opening period.
Free Concerts in partnership with L'Autre Canal
On the Beach on the Nancy side (Prairie de la Méchelle), Le Facteur Musique and L'Autre Canal offer a series of free open-air concerts featuring regional artists. Festival-goers enjoy musical performances with their feet in the sand, in a unique summer atmosphere.
Sports and introductions
The Olympic Village offers a variety of sports introductions, including an urban surf structure, sports fields, and activities for the whole family. Sports instructors supervise the sessions to allow everyone to try new disciplines.
An urban transformation project
La Plage des 2 Rives is part of the vast Meurthe riverbanks development project led by the Métropole du Grand Nancy. By making the banks accessible and attractive, the event contributes to the residents' reclamation of the river and the transformation of this space into a full-fledged living area.
A growing success
Since its creation in 2021, La Plage des 2 Rives has attracted an ever-growing audience. The 2026 edition marks the sixth consecutive year of this event, which has become an unmissable summer fixture in Nancy, attracting tens of thousands of visitors each season.
Plage des 2 Rives — edition 2026
6th edition of La Plage des 2 Rives, the summer event of the Métropole du Grand Nancy. From June 1st to August 31st, 2026, the banks of the Meurthe transform into an urban beach: swimming in open-air pools, guinguettes on the Nancy and Tomblaine sides, sports and urban surfing at the Village Olympique, free concerts in partnership with L'Autre Canal and Le Facteur Musique, cultural activities and ecological spaces. Free access.
2026 Edition — 6th edition
The 2026 edition of La Plage des 2 Rives marks the sixth consecutive year of this event, which has become an unmissable fixture of the Nancy summer. For three months, from June 1st to August 31st, 2026, the banks of the Meurthe between Nancy, Tomblaine, and Saint-Max welcome residents for a festive summer by the water.
2026 Opening Schedule
- June 1st, 2026 — Opening of the guinguette on the Nancy side from 10 am.
- June 19th, 2026 — Opening of the guinguette on the Tomblaine side from 6 pm. From June 19th to July 1st: Monday-Friday 6 pm-11 pm, Saturday-Sunday 10 am-11 pm.
- July 1st to August 31st, 2026 — Full opening of guinguettes and pools, from 9 am to 11 pm every day.
Seven Thematic Zones
The 2026 edition offers the seven emblematic zones of the setup: La Plage (Prairie de la Méchelle on the Nancy side, a relaxation area with sand, deckchairs, a stage for concerts), the Village Olympique (sports initiations and urban surfing), the Oasis (open-air pools and water games), the Île Bucolique (a natural space with feet in the water), the Zone Éco, the Forêt MIYAWAKI (participatory micro-forest), and the Château de Saint-Max (cultural activities).
Free Open-Air Concerts
For the sixth consecutive year, Le Facteur Musique and L'Autre Canal are organizing a series of free concerts on La Plage on the Nancy side, showcasing regional artists. Festival-goers can enjoy musical performances with their feet in the sand, in a unique summer atmosphere. The full program of 2026 concerts is gradually published by the Métropole du Grand Nancy and L'Autre Canal on their respective websites.
Participatory Activities
Each year, the Métropole du Grand Nancy launches a call for participation to local associations and organizations to propose sports, cultural, recreational, or awareness-raising activities throughout the summer. The 2026 edition is no exception, and the program is regularly enriched with new initiatives.
Highlights Plage des 2 Rives 2026
- 6th consecutive edition since 2021
- 3 months of activities from June 1st to August 31st, 2026
- Seven thematic zones on the banks of the Meurthe
- Free access to public spaces
- Swimming in open-air pools
- Free concerts with L'Autre Canal and Le Facteur Musique
- Sports initiations and urban surfing at the Village Olympique
- Free Réseau Stan on weekends to reach the site
Prices Plage des 2 Rives 2026
Practical information — Plage des 2 Rives
Access
La Plage des 2 Rives stretches along the Meurthe between Nancy and Tomblaine.
- Main address: 22-24 Viaduc Kennedy, 54000 Nancy
- By tram: Line T1, Médreville or Saint-Max stop.
- By bus: Stan network, lines serving the banks of the Meurthe. The Stan network is free on Saturdays and Sundays in the 20 municipalities of the Métropole.
- By bike: Cycle path along the Meurthe.
Locations
Banks of the Meurthe between Nancy, Tomblaine, and Saint-Max. Seven thematic zones: The Beach (Prairie de la Méchelle), Olympic Village, Oasis (swimming pools), Bucolic Island, Eco Zone, MIYAWAKI Forest, and Château de Saint-Max.
2026 Period
- Guinguette on the Nancy side: opens on June 1st, 2026 from 10 am.
- Guinguette on the Tomblaine side: opens on June 19th, 2026 from 6 pm. From June 19th to July 1st: Monday-Friday 6 pm-11 pm, Saturday-Sunday 10 am-11 pm.
- Full opening (guinguettes + swimming pools): from July 1st to August 31st, 2026, from 9 am to 11 pm.
Prices
Access to public spaces is free. Swimming and some activities at a low cost.
Contact
Métropole du Grand Nancy
22-24 Viaduc Kennedy, 54035 Nancy
Tel.: 03 83 91 83 91 (Monday-Friday 8 am-12 pm and 1 pm-5 pm)
Website: grandnancy.eu
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22-24 Viaduc Kennedy, Nancy, 54035 Nancy