Beaches in the French Riviera, including Nice's Promenade des Anglais, have reopened for swimming and other individual activities as France begins to ease its strict coronavirus lockdown measures.
Residents in 'green zones' with low infection rates are now permitted to enjoy the sea, but with new rules emphasizing social distancing.
Sunbathing and lingering on the beach are prohibited, with authorities warning that beach reopenings could be reversed if rules are not followed.
The French government is also providing financial support to its vital tourism sector, which has been severely impacted by the pandemic.
France has recorded over 141,000 cases and more than 27,000 deaths from COVID-19, with theaters, restaurants, and bars remaining closed for now.
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