Swimming Through Postcards Europe It was covered by the media

 

 🇧🇷 Português

O Projeto Nadando Pelos Cartões Postais foi destaque na mídia europeia em 2025, com sua emocionante jornada por quatro importantes etapas na Itália e França. Em Gênova (Itália), o nadador master Francismar Siviero participou do Italian Open Water Tour, levando a mensagem de sustentabilidade e inclusão. Em Católica (Itália), representou o Brasil no Oceanman Itália, uma das mais tradicionais provas de águas abertas da Europa. A etapa em Sestri Levante (Itália)foi marcada pela celebração dos 50 anos da Cavi Sestri Levante, com grande repercussão na imprensa local. Fechando a agenda, o projeto chegou à região de Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur  para o icônico Défi de Monte-Cristo, em Marselha (França), reafirmando seu compromisso com um estilo de vida saudável e consciente através da natação em cenários históricos.
🔗 Abaixo seguem os links das notícias publicadas.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z7IUHLmzfy6DrbuGSvUmjb3hu7oY99rW/view?usp=sharing

🇮🇹 Italiano
Il Progetto "Nuotando tra le Cartoline" è stato protagonista nei media europei nel 2025, con un entusiasmante tour che ha toccato quattro tappe importanti in Italia e in Francia. A Genova, il nuotatore master Francismar Siviero ha partecipato all’Italian Open Water Tour, portando un messaggio di sostenibilità e inclusione. A Cattolica ha rappresentato il Brasile nell’Oceanman Italia, una delle competizioni di nuoto in acque libere più prestigiose d’Europa. A Sestri Levante ha preso parte ai festeggiamenti per i 50 anni della Cavi Sestri Levante, ricevendo ampia copertura dalla stampa locale. Il tour si è concluso in Francia con lo storico Défi de Monte-Cristo, a Marsiglia, riaffermando l’impegno per uno stile di vita sano e consapevole attraverso il nuoto in luoghi iconici.
🔗 Di seguito i link alle notizie pubblicate.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z7IUHLmzfy6DrbuGSvUmjb3hu7oY99rW/view?usp=sharing

🇫🇷 Français
Le Projet "Nager à travers les Cartes Postales" a fait l’objet d’une large couverture médiatique en Europe en 2025, grâce à son parcours marquant à travers quatre étapes en Italie et en France. À Gênes, le nageur master Francismar Siviero a participé à l’Italian Open Water Tour, partageant un message d’inclusion et de durabilité. À Cattolica, il a représenté le Brésil lors de l’Oceanman Italie, l’une des plus grandes compétitions d’eau libre d’Europe. À Sestri Levante, il a célébré les 50 ans de la Cavi Sestri Levante, un événement très relayé par la presse locale. Enfin, le projet s’est rendu à Marseille pour le mythique Défi de Monte-Cristo, soulignant une fois de plus son engagement envers un mode de vie sain et conscient à travers la natation dans des lieux emblématiques.
🔗 Ci-dessous, les liens des articles publiés.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z7IUHLmzfy6DrbuGSvUmjb3hu7oY99rW/view?usp=sharing

🇬🇧 English Version

"Swimming Through Postcards" Project Gains Prominence in Europe in 2025 and Strengthens its International Trajectory with Environmental and Social Impact Initiatives

The Swimming Through Postcards project, created and led by master swimmer Francismar Siviero, received significant media attention in Europe in 2025 after successfully completing a series of open water challenges in iconic locations across Italy and France. More than just a sports initiative, the project uses swimming to promote awareness around sustainability, social inclusion, and a healthy lifestyle, connecting people to nature and the cultural richness of the places visited.

In its 2025 edition, the project completed four key stages. In Genoa (Italy), Siviero took part in the Italian Open Water Tour, bringing the message of environmental awareness to the clear waters of Liguria. Next, he represented Brazil in the prestigious Oceanman Italy, held in Cattolica, reaffirming the Brazilian presence in one of Europe's top open water events.

Another highlight came in Sestri Levante, where the project joined the 50th anniversary celebrations of Cavi Sestri Levante, drawing attention from the local press. The tour concluded in Marseille (France), in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region, with the iconic Défi de Monte-Cristo—a race inspired by Alexandre Dumas’ novel that reflects the project’s core values of resilience and freedom.

These 2025 appearances add to an already impressive international portfolio. Francismar Siviero has previously brought the Swimming Through Postcards project to major events such as the Traversata of Lake Maggiore (Italy), two editions of the Swim GP in Cascais (Portugal), the Portuguese Open Water Circuit in Portimão, the Prom’Swim Nice (France), the Swim the Island race in Bergeggi (Italy), and the South American Open Water Championships in Maldonado (Uruguay).

Each destination is carefully chosen to reflect the essence of the project: swimming in sites of natural beauty and historical-cultural value, transforming each crossing into a platform to spread positive messages about the environment, inclusion, and quality of life.

With a solid international calendar and growing recognition, the Swimming Through Postcards project continues to inspire athletes, communities, and institutions to view aquatic sports as powerful tools for social and environmental transformation.

📢 At the end of this release, you’ll find links to all media coverage featuring the Swimming Through Postcards project in Europe 2025.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z7IUHLmzfy6DrbuGSvUmjb3hu7oY99rW/view?usp=sharing

OCEANMAN Cattolica 2026 pronto ad accogliere nuotatori da tutto il mondo

GIORNALE SM

https://giornalesm.com/cattolica-loceanman-2026-scalda-i-motori-attesi-centinaia-di-nuotatori-da-tutto-il-mondo/

NEWS RIMINI

https://www.newsrimini.it/icaro-sport/oceanman-cattolica-2026-pronto-ad-accogliere-nuotatori-da-tutto-il-mondo

EASY NEWS

https://www.easynewsweb.com/oceanman-cattolica-2026-pronto-ad-accogliere-nuotatori-da-tutto-il-mondo-in-italia/

ZARABAZA

https://www.zarabaza.it/2026/03/18/oceanman-cattolica-2026-pronto-ad-accogliere-nuotatori-da-tutto-il-mondo-in-italia/

ALTRAMINI

https://altarimini.it/cattolica-pronta-ad-accogliere-i-nuotatori-di-oceanman-ledizione-2026-nel-weekend-del-24-maggio.php?fbclid=IwY2xjawQoau9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEzVzVFQ3JYSGZCS2dzMm4yc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHkkBzkOqgKGvLm5FN7mUar9OwmSCq6q8BscNyAZxMgDSLv9VBqduJnX3p576_aem_nlh2WavI0_MrkPw1vJBrcg

OceanMan Cattolica 2026 deve reunir nadadores de diferentes países na Itália

REVISTA EXPANSÃO

https://expansao.co/oceanman-cattolica-2026-deve-reunir-nadadores-de-diferentes-paises-na-italia/

CORREIO DE CARAÁ

https://www.correiodecaraa.com.br/noticia/131459/oceanman-cattolica-2026-deve-reunir-nadadores-de-todo-o-mundo-na-italia

BLOG DO JUARES

https://blogdojuares.com.br/noticia/100245/oceanman-cattolica-2026-deve-reunir-nadadores-de-todo-o-mundo-na-italia.html

RICARDO VERAS

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=26198500999770356&set=a.213176675396144

🌊 The Swimming Through Postcards project has just been featured on the respected international website The Daily News of Open Water Swimming — a global reference in open water swimming!

The article, titled " Swimming Through Postcards from Le Défi de Monte-Cristo", highlights the journey and growth of the project, with a focus on the environmental and social impact initiatives we are promoting around the world.

Founded by Steven Munatones, one of the most influential figures in the open water world, the site is a true hub for news, interviews, and inspiring stories for swimmers across the globe.

Being recognized there is a huge honor and a sign that we are on the right path. 🌍💙

We are deeply grateful to The Daily News of Open Water Swimming for helping spread our mission of turning iconic landscapes into meaningful aquatic experiences of awareness, culture, and inclusion.

📌 Read the full article here:

👉 https://dailynewsofopenwaterswimming.com/swimming-through-postcards-from-le-defi-de-monte-cristo/

À 70 ans, après une opération du cœur, le Brésilien Francismar Siviero participe au Défi de Monte-Cristo pour promouvoir la santé par la natation en eau libre

🗞️ The Swimming Through Postcards project was featured on one of the most respected local and regional news platforms in France: Actu.fr!

The article covers the project’s journey and its expansion across Europe in 2025, with a special focus on the environmental and social impact initiatives being carried out in various iconic aquatic landscapes.

With a presence in over 90 French departments and around 30 million monthly visits, Actu.fr is a key reference in regional digital journalism. It plays an essential role in giving visibility to transformative initiatives — like ours.

🙏 We are deeply grateful to Actu.fr for giving space to share this story that unites sport, the environment, and inclusion — and for helping us connect even more people to the world of open water and the causes that inspire us.

"Une célébration à la vie" – at the age of 70, I have the honor of taking part in this symbolic swimming challenge in beautiful Marseille.

Thank you to journalist Fabien Binacchi and Actu France for the coverage. 🙏

📌 Read the full article at the link:
👉 🔗 https://actu.fr/provence-alpes-cote-d-azur/marseille_13055/marseille-une-celebration-a-la-vie-a-70-ans-opere-du-coeur-il-participe-a-ce-defi-fou_62726335.html

Francismar Siviero, aos 70 anos, mostra que coragem não tem idade nas águas abertas

ATLETISMO MAGAZINE PORTUGAL

https://www.ammamagazine.com/noticias-natacao/90072-francismar-siviero-aos-70-anos-mostra-que-coragem-nao-tem-idade-nas-aguas-abertas

CORREIO DE CARAÁ

https://www.correiodecaraa.com.br/noticias/esporte/861424#:~:text=Na%20nata%C3%A7%C3%A3o%20em%20%C3%A1guas%20abertas,Projeto%20Nadando%20Pelos%20Cart%C3%B5es%20Postais.

EXPANSÃO

https://expansao.co/nadador-de-70-anos-realiza-travessias-internacionais-em-projeto-de-preservacao-ambiental/

MUNDIAL FM

https://mundial.fm.br/francismar-siviero-aos-70-anos-mostra-que-coragem-nao-tem-idade-nas-aguas-abertas/#:~:text=Na%20nata%C3%A7%C3%A3o%20em%20%C3%A1guas%20abertas,Projeto%20Nadando%20Pelos%20Cart%C3%B5es%20Postais.

JORNAL PONTO INICIAL

https://www.jornalpontoinicial.com.br/noticia/6307/caxias-do-sul/esportes/francismar-siviero-aos-70-anos-mostra-que-coragem-nao-tem-idade-nas-aguas-abertas.html

Nadador de 70 anos inspira ao aliar esporte, turismo e conservação ambiental

https://alohaspiritmidia.com.br/natacao-aguas-abertas/nadador-de-70-anos-inspira-ao-aliar-esporte-turismo-e-conservacao-ambiental/

 

Il Progetto Nuotando Tra le Cartoline si distingue in Europa nel 2025 e rafforza il suo percorso internazionale con azioni a impatto ambientale e sociale

SPORTTIAMOCI

https://www.sportiamoci.it/2025/06/14/progetto-nuotando-tra-le-cartoline/#google_vignette

https://dailynewsofopenwaterswimming.com/swimming-through-postcards-from-francismar-siviero/https://dailynewsofopenwaterswimming.com/swimming-through-postcards-from-francismar-siviero/

Swimming Through Postcards Project Gains Prominence in Europe in 2025 and Strengthens Its International Path with Environmental and Social Impact Actions

🌍 "Swimming Through Postcards" Project Featured in International Media!

I’m thrilled to share the recent international media coverage of the Swimming Through Postcards project, which I had the honor of representing at the Oceanman Italy, Le Défi de Monte-Cristo, Cavi Sestri Levante, and the Italian Open Water Tour – Genoa.

These publications not only highlight my participation as a 70-year-old master swimmer, but also emphasize the project's core mission: to transform iconic landscapes into aquatic experiences that promote environmental awareness, cultural appreciation, and social inclusion.

The press has played a crucial role in amplifying this message, as we expand the project across Europe in 2025, bringing meaningful environmental and social actions to iconic waters around the world.

💬 Have you heard of the Swimming Through Postcards project? I invite you to follow and support this inspiring journey that brings together sport, environmental awareness, and social transformation.

📌 Read the full articles:

📰 Swimming Through Postcards Project Gains Prominence in Europe in 2025 – The Daily News of Open Water Swimming
👉 https://dailynewsofopenwaterswimming.com/swimming-through-postcards-from-francismar-siviero/

 

Dia Mundial dos Oceanos (8 de junho): Projeto Nadando Pelos Cartões Postais leva natação a cenários icônicos e promove educação ambiental e inclusão social

CORREIO DE CARAÁ

https://www.correiodecaraa.com.br/noticias/esporte/856432#:~:text=Em%20celebra%C3%A7%C3%A3o%20ao%20Dia%20Mundial,do%20Brasil%20e%20do%20mundo.

DIGA BAHIA

https://www.digabahia.com.br/projeto-nadando-pelos-cartoes-postais-leva-natacao-a-cenarios-iconicos-e-promove-educacao-ambiental-e-inclusao-social/

ATLETISMO MAGAZINE

https://www.ammamagazine.com/noticias-ambiente/89670-dia-mundial-dos-oceanos-8-de-junho

REVISTA EXPANSÃO

https://expansao.co/projeto-une-natacao-educacao-ambiental-e-inclusao-social-no-dia-mundial-dos-oceanos/

Projeto Nadando Pelos Cartões Postais ganha destaque na Europa em 2025 e fortalece sua trajetória internacional com ações de impacto ambiental e social

CORREIO DE CARAÁ

https://www.correiodecaraa.com.br/noticias/esporte/857747#:~:text=O%20projeto%20Nadando%20Pelos%20Cart%C3%B5es,da%20It%C3%A1lia%20e%20da%20Fran%C3%A7a.

IMPRENSA NEWS SUL

https://imprensanewssul.com.br/projeto-nadando-pelos-cartoes-postais-ganha-destaque-na-europa-em-2025-e-fortalece-sua-trajetoria-internacional-com-acoes-de-impacto-ambiental-e-social/#:~:text=O%20projeto%20Nadando%20Pelos%20Cart%C3%B5es,da%20It%C3%A1lia%20e%20da%20Fran%C3%A7a.

 

Dia Mundial do Meio Ambiente – 5 de junho de 2025

ATLETISMO MAGAZINE PORTUGAL

https://www.ammamagazine.com/noticias-ambiente/89621-dia-mundial-do-meio-ambiente-5-de-junho-de-2025

CORREIO DE CARAÁ

https://www.correiodecaraa.com.br/noticias/esporte/855558

EXPANSÃO

https://expansao.co/projeto-alerta-para-poluicao-plastica-no-dia-mundial-do-meio-ambiente/

Francismar Siviero e il progetto “Nuotando tra le Cartoline” celebrati alla storica Cavi Sestri Levante

LIGURIA SPORTS

https://www.liguriasport.com/2025/06/03/francismar-siviero-e-il-progetto-nuotando-tra-le-cartoline/

PRIMA IL LEVANTE

https://primaillevante.it/sport/il-nuotatore-brasiliano-francismar-siviero-ospite-donore-alla-cavi-sestri/

Cattolica. Il Brasile nuota per la salute: Francismar Siviero, 70 anni, in gara all’Oceanman per promuovere benessere e inclusione

https://giornalesm.com/cattolica-il-brasile-nuota-per-la-salute-francismar-siviero-70-anni-in-gara-alloceanman-per-promuovere-benessere-e-inclusione/#:~:text=Cattolica.-,Il%20Brasile%20nuota%20per%20la%20salute%3A%20Francismar%20Siviero%2C%2070%20anni,per%20promuovere%20benessere%20e%20inclusione&text=Le%20acque%20limpide%20dell'Adriatico,di%20nuoto%20in%20acque%20libere

 

Projeto Nadando Pelos Cartões Postais é destaque no tradicional evento Cavi Sestri Levante

ATLETISMO MAGAZINE PORTUGAL

https://www.ammamagazine.com/noticias-natacao/89589-projeto-nadando-pelos-cartoes-postais-e-destaque-no-tradicional-evento-cavi-sestri-levante

TRIBUNA DO AGRESTE

https://www.tribunadoagreste.com.br/geral/2025/06/03/103312-projeto-nadando-pelos-cartoes-postais-e-destaque-no-tradicional-evento-cavi-sestri-levante

CORREIO DE CARAÁ

https://www.correiodecaraa.com.br/noticias/esporte/854968

INSTAGRAM FRANCISSWIM

https://www.instagram.com/p/DKaX8xksJe7/

INFO DO VALE

https://www.infodovale.com.br/2025/06/projeto-nadando-pelos-cartoes-postais-e.html

DIGA BAHIA

https://www.digabahia.com.br/projeto-nadando-pelos-cartoes-postais-e-destaque-no-tradicional-evento-cavi-sestri-levante/

TRIBUNA DO SERTÃO

https://tribunadosertao.com.br/noticias/2025/06/03/683027-projeto-nadando-pelos-cartoes-postais-e-destaque-no-tradicional-evento-cavi-sestri-levante

CAVI SESTRI® 2025 CELEBRA 50 ANNI DI STORIA CON UN’EDIZIONE INDIMENTICABILE A SESTRI

https://www.zarabaza.it/2025/05/30/cavi-sestri-2025-celebra-50-anni-di-storia-con-unedizione-indimenticabile-a-sestri-levante/

 

CAVI SESTRI® 2025 CELEBRA 50 ANOS COM EDIÇÃO HISTÓRICA EM SESTRI LEVANTE NA ITÁLIA

https://www.correiodecaraa.com.br/noticias/geral/854022/1

ATLETISMO MAGAZINE PORTUGAL

https://www.ammamagazine.com/noticias-natacao/89482-cavi-sestri-2025-celebra-50-anos-com-edicao-historica-em-sestri-levante-na-italia

PORTAL GIRO

https://www.portalgiro.com/noticia/15516/petropolis/giro-esporte/aos-70-anos-francismar-siviero-brilha-na-oceanman-italia-e-reforca-papel-social-da-natacao-em-aguas-abertas.html

 

Domenica 1 giugno arriva la cinquantesima Cavi Sestri

LIGURIA SPORT

https://www.liguriasport.com/2025/05/27/domenica-1-giugno-arriva-la-cinquantesima-cavi-sestri/

Francismar Siviero participa de prova de 2 km na Riviera Adriática e destaca natação em águas abertas como ferramenta de inclusão e conscientização ambiental

CORREIO DE CARAÁ

https://www.correiodecaraa.com.br/noticias/esporte/853369-francismar-siviero-participa-de-prova-de-2-km-na-riviera-adritica-e-destaca-natao-em-guas-abertas-como-ferramenta-de-incluso-e-conscientizao-ambiental

FACEBOOK FRANCISSWIM

https://www.facebook.com/francisswimnatacao/photos/francismar-siviero-participa-de-prova-de-2-km-na-riviera-adri%C3%A1tica-e-destaca-nat/1099442572229193/?_rdr

INSTAGRAM FRANCISSWIM

https://www.instagram.com/p/DKEW4_qM6u8/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Oceanman Cattolica al via tra vento e pioggia: in 800 pronti a tuffarsi in mare

https://www.chiamamicitta.it/oceanman-cattolica-al-via-tra-vento-e-pioggia-in-800-pronti-a-tuffarsi-in-mare/#:~:text=Senza%20dimenticare%20un%20atleta%20davvero,della%20vita%20nella%20terza%20et%C3%A0.

RIMINI TODAY

https://www.riminitoday.it/cronaca/a-70-anni-partecipa-alla-gara-sprint-di-oceanman-per-promuovere-lo-sport-a-tutte-le-eta.html

Festival di nuoto in Acque Libere: la storia di Francismar Siviero

https://www.liguriasport.com/2025/05/22/festival-di-nuoto-in-acque-libere-la-storia-di-francismar-siviero/

Oltre l’età: il 70enne Francismar Siviero all’Oceanman Cattolica, esempio di salute e longevità

https://altarimini.it/oltre-leta-il-70enne-francismar-siviero-alloceanman-cattolica-esempio-di-salute-e-longevita.php

Brasileiro participa de festival internacional de natação em águas abertas na Itália

EXPANSÃO

https://expansao.co/brasileiro-participa-de-festival-internacional-de-natacao-em-aguas-abertas-na-italia/

PORTAL GIRO

https://www.portalgiro.com/noticia/15516/petropolis/giro-esporte/aos-70-anos-francismar-siviero-brilha-na-oceanman-italia-e-reforca-papel-social-da-natacao-em-aguas-abertas.html

Francismar Siviero: o nadador master de 70 anos que superou uma cirurgia cardíaca e conquistou as águas abertas em 2024

https://blogdojuares.com.br/noticia/92728/francismar-siviero-o-nadador-master-de-70-anos-que-superou-uma-cirurgia-cardiaca-e-conquistou-as-aguas-abertas-em-2024.html

https://www.jornalecao.com.br/francismar-siviero-nadador-master-de-70-anos-superou-cirurgia-cardiaca-e-conquistou-aguas-abertas-em-2024/#:~:text=Aos%2070%20anos%2C%20Francismar%20Siviero,realizada%20pela%20equipe%20do%20Dr.

https://jornaldiadia.com.br/francismar-siviero-o-nadador-master-de-70-anos-que-superou-uma-cirurgia-cardiaca-e-conquistou-as-aguas-abertas-em-2024/

https://www.notisul.com.br/aos-70-anos-nadador-supera-cirurgia-cardiaca-e-encara-maratonas-aquaticas/

https://www.infodovale.com.br/2025/04/francismar-siviero-o-nadador-master-de.html

 

VENI, VIDI, VICI: Francismar nas Águas de Gênova

IMPRENSA NEWS SUL

https://imprensanewssul.com.br/veni-vidi-vici-francismar-nas-aguas-de-genova/

INSTAGRAM FRANCISSWIM

https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ5rKrqsFl4/

CORREIO DE CARAÁ

https://www.correiodecaraa.com.br/noticias/esporte/852016-veni-vidi-vici-francismar-nas-guas-de-gnova

BLOG DO JUARES

https://blogdojuares.com.br/noticia/93666/brasileiro-participa-de-festival-de-natacao-de-aguas-abertas-na-italia.html

NOTÍCIAS VG

https://www.noticiasvg.com.br/post/veni-vidi-vici-francismar-nas-águas-de-gênova

https://www.facebook.com/ricardo.veras.92/posts/pfbid0uVMsnjSVC74ohxMfGLWsNHquHnCtsPbrYSsd13wRNuE32yLC7fg298q1wKqeFW3Kl?locale=pt_BR
https://www.facebook.com/NoticiasVGGramado/posts/pfbid025oiucPGmZuN4TRsFJZvPkyW9L2rD2sj9HhvekdrjYDH6mrC8hsZKHogvw15nA4X8l

EXPANSÃO

https://expansao.co/brasileiro-participa-de-festival-internacional-de-natacao-em-aguas-abertas-na-italia/

COLUNA DE FERNANDO ALBRECHT

https://fernandoalbrecht.com.br/francismar-nas-aguas-de-genova/

📌 Confira a matéria completa no link:
👉 🔗 https://actu.fr/provence-alpes-cote-d-azur/marseille_13055/marseille-une-celebration-a-la-vie-a-70-ans-opere-du-coeur-il-participe-a-ce-defi-fou_62726335.html

📰 Swimming Through Postcards Project Gains Prominence in Europe in 2025 – The Daily News of Open Water Swimming
👉 https://dailynewsofopenwaterswimming.com/swimming-through-postcards-from-francismar-siviero/

Grupo Tchê Travessias closes 2025 on a high note in open water swimming in Rio Grande do Sul - Brazil

 

Active for seven years, Grupo Tchê Travessias has established itself as one of the leading collaborative initiatives in open water aquatic sports in Rio Grande do Sul. Throughout 2025, the group recorded significant growth in athlete participation and engagement in sustainable sports practices, currently bringing together approximately 285 swimmers and paddlers.

Dedicated to organizing open water swimming meetups, as well as kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) activities, Tchê Travessias uses a WhatsApp group to schedule and coordinate crossings, promoting integration, safety, and the exchange of experiences among participants.

Lake Guaíba, at Praça José Comunale in the Belém Novo neighborhood of Porto Alegre, has become the group’s main meeting point and a reference location for carrying out activities.

Initially created with the goal of leisure and the promotion of physical and mental health, the group expanded its scope over the years and adopted environmental preservation as one of its core principles. Raising awareness about caring for rivers, lakes, and seas is part of the Tchê Travessias culture, reinforcing the environmental responsibility associated with practicing sports in natural settings.

More information about the group, activity schedules, and initiatives can be found on Instagram: instagram.com/francisswim.

Text and photo: Soraya Siviero

Porto Alegre to Host the 4th Edition of the “Desafio da Ilha do Presídio,” Uniting Sports, Environment, and Social Action on Lake Guaíba

 

Porto Alegre, RS – Brazil  — On Sunday, December 7, 2025, Ilha do Presídio, located on Lake Guaíba, will once again serve as the stage for an initiative that combines sports, environmental preservation, and community engagement. The fourth edition of the socio-environmental event “Desafio da Ilha do Presídio” will bring together 25 swimmers and approximately 30 scouts for a morning of activities including island cleanup, environmental awareness actions, and an open water swimming event.

Organized by the Nadando Pelos Cartões Postais Project, the event reinforces the ongoing commitment to the recovery and revitalization of Ilha do Presídio — a site marked by historical significance and environmental challenges. Following the cleanup effort, participants will take on a 4.0-km open water course, starting and finishing at the Clube dos Jangadeiros.

The event is part of the Porto Alegre Nautical Circuit, supported by the Municipal Tourism Department.

At 11:30 a.m., a Special Ceremony will be conducted by the Brazilian Navy, featuring the traditional Floral Tribute at the bust of Admiral Tamandaré and a performance by the Brazilian Navy Band. The ceremony will highlight the spirit of cooperation, respect, and camaraderie among institutions, volunteers, and athletes.

The initiative is part of a series of socio-environmental actions known as the “Escape from Ilha do Presídio,” now a consolidated tradition in the Lake Guaíba calendar. The fifth edition is confirmed for December 2026, during Sailor’s Week, once again with the support of the Brazilian Navy.

About the Nadando Pelos Cartões Postais Project
The project promotes sports and socio-environmental events that foster sustainable tourism, the preservation of aquatic ecosystems, and the conscious use of natural spaces through swimming, rowing, and volunteer activities.

The event is organized by Raia Sul Swimming School and the Nadando Pelos Cartões Postais Project, with support from Clube dos Jangadeiros, the Brazilian Navy, and Nautix Hub Nautical Events.

Florianópolis Welcomes the Associação Aquática das Hortênsias Team for an Open Water Swimming Stage

 

Florianópolis, one of Brazil’s most sought-after tourist destinations, hosted the team from the Associação Aquática das Hortênsias on November 29 and 30 for another stage of the Open Water Swimming circuit. A total of 17 athletes competed in ocean races that demanded technical skill, endurance, and high performance.

The team’s participation highlighted the role of swimming as a bridge between different generations and athletic backgrounds, reinforcing the representation of the Região das Hortênsias, renowned for its natural beauty, cultural diversity, and tourism relevance in Rio Grande do Sul.

Participating athletes:
Antonella Mafra, Benjamin Hickel, Cristiano Hickel, Daniela Carvalho, Helena de Oliveira, Helenara Fão, Liziane Diehl, Mariana Butzen, Ligia Hilário, Inácio Vogt, José Joner, Kevin Seidel, Lara Braun, Laura de Oliveira, Manoela de Oliveira, Marcela Giachini, Nicolas Bortoncello, Renata da Silva, Rogério Luce Chaves, Rui Pflug, Stella de Souza, and Victória Weber.
Technical coordination was led by coach Magda Cabral.

With a well-established tradition in open water swimming events, Florianópolis continues to strengthen its role as a sports and tourism reference in southern Brazil.

This initiative is part of the Nadando Pelos Cartões Postais Project, which promotes environmental and social actions, encourages tourism, and fosters sustainable practices, bringing communities together and valuing natural landscapes in each destination visited.

For more information and full coverage, visit: francisswim.com.br.

Photo credit: Associação Aquática das Hortênsias

Oceanman Banyuls-sur-Mer débute avec succès en France

 

Banyuls-sur-Mer, 14 septembre 2025 – La première édition de l’Oceanman Banyuls-sur-Mer est entrée dans l’histoire ce dimanche, réunissant athlètes, passionnés de sports aquatiques et communauté locale dans un grand festival de natation en eau libre.

L’événement a accueilli un parrain d’honneur exceptionnel : Marc-Antoine Olivier, double médaillé de bronze aux Championnats du Monde, qui non seulement a participé à la cérémonie d’ouverture, mais s’est aussi jeté à l’eau pour remporter l’épreuve des 5 km avec un temps de 1h02min24s. Une expérience unique pour les participants, qui ont eu la chance de partager la ligne de départ avec l’un des plus grands nageurs en eau libre au monde.

Bien plus qu’une simple compétition sportive, l’Oceanman Banyuls-sur-Mer a renforcé le lien entre santé, nature et personnes. C’est également la mission du projet Nager à Travers les Cartes Postales, qui encourage la pratique sportive, promeut l’éducation environnementale et sociale et valorise la préservation des mers, rivières et lacs.

Avec des parcours adaptés à tous les niveaux, l’événement a proposé plusieurs distances : 10 km pour les nageurs expérimentés, 5 km comme défi intermédiaire, relais 3 x 500 m, 2 km pour tous les publics et une course enfant de 500 m.

Parmi les moments marquants, la participation de Francismar Siviero, 70 ans, coordinateur du projet Nager à Travers les Cartes Postales. Il a relevé avec enthousiasme le défi des 2,0 km, prouvant que l’âge n’est pas une limite pour dépasser les barrières. Après une opération cardiaque, Siviero compte déjà sept participations à des épreuves en eau libre en 2025, un exemple inspirant de qualité de vie et de vieillissement actif grâce au sport.

Le succès de cette première édition de l’Oceanman Banyuls-sur-Mer confirme le potentiel de la natation en eau libre comme expérience sportive, sociale et culturelle, réunissant des athlètes de tous âges et nationalités dans un cadre maritime exceptionnel.

📸 Texte et photo : Soraya Siviero

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🌊 At 70, Brazilian swimmer turns vacations into open-water marathons and inspires seniors to dive into health 🏊‍♂️✨

 

Traveling to swim — that’s the idea behind the project Swimming Through Postcards, created by Francismar Siviero, a 70-year-old swimmer who, after heart surgery, continues to compete in open-water events in Brazil and abroad.

More than sports tourism, his mission is to inspire others — especially seniors — to discover swimming as a path to health, resilience, and connection with nature.
“Every stroke is a message of life. I want to show that it’s possible to age with vitality, even when facing physical challenges. Open-water swimming is an accessible and transformative practice,” says Siviero.

🏖️ Vacations that turn into crossings
While many choose vacations to rest on beaches, Francismar explores them from the water — seas, lakes, and rivers. From swimming among fish in the turquoise Mediterranean in Nice to crossing the icy clear waters of Lake Maggiore in Italy, each destination becomes a journey of discovery.

The project has already reached Portugal, Italy, France, Uruguay, and several iconic regions of Brazil such as Copacabana, Bombinhas, Ilhabela, and Capitólio. Each experience goes beyond sport: it is also about environmental education and awareness.

💙 Health, longevity, and social impact
Open-water swimming is booming worldwide, attracting more seniors seeking quality of life. It keeps the body active, strengthens the cardiovascular system, and boosts mental well-being.
“At 70, I keep swimming and encouraging others to see that it’s possible to live longer and better in the water,” Siviero emphasizes.

🌱 Beyond crossings, the project promotes workshops in schools, cleanups of beaches and rivers, tree planting, and events such as #SwimForTrees, #CleanLakeGuaiba, and #EscapeFromPrisonIsland.

🔗 For more information, visit francisswim.com.br

❓ Would you dare to transform your vacations into open-water challenges and discover the world from the water?

SWISS AQUATICS Internationale Schwimmstars geben sich im NLZ in Tenero die Klinke in die Hand

 

Nach dem kurzen Besuch von Thomas Ceccon in der Swiss Aquatics Training Base, wird nun Matthew Sates im Tessin erwartet und für drei Monate unter den Schwimm-Nationaltrainern Massimo Meloni und Andrea Mercuri trainieren.

Nachdem kurz vor Weihnachten Olympiasieger, Weltrekordhalter und mehrfacher Weltmeister Thomas Ceccon einige Trainingseinheiten im Centro Sportivo in Tenero unter Massimo Meloni absolviert hatte, wird am 3. Januar mit Matthew Sates der nächste internationale Topschwimmer im Tessin erwartet. Der 21-jährige Südafrikaner gilt als eines der grössten Schwimmtalente. Mit gerade einmal 18 Jahre stellte er beim Weltcup 2021 mehrere Junioren-Weltrekorden auf und sicherte sich mit 18 Podestplätzen, davon 13 Siege, auch den Gesamtsieg. Ein Jahr später krönte er sich an der Kurzbahn-WM in Melbourne zum Weltmeister. Danach geriet seine Karriere jedoch etwas ins Stocken, weitere grosse Titel blieben aus. Nachdem die Olympischen Spiele für ihn enttäuschend geendet hatten, suchte er nach einer Veränderung und klopfe aufgrund dessen an die Tür des Nationalen Leistungszentrums im Schwimmen im CST. Durch das Training in der Gruppe mit Noè Ponti unter den Nationaltrainern Massimo Meloni und Andrea Mercuri, deren Qualitäten weit über die Landesgrenzen hinaus bekannt sind, verspricht sich der Südafrikaner neue Inputs, um wieder an die alten Erfolge anknüpfen zu können. Sates ist für seine guten Tauch- und Unterwasserphasen bekannt. Durch das Training mit Noè Ponti, dem Weltbesten in dieser Phase, kann auch Sates sicherlich noch weiter Fortschritte machen. Doch Meloni und Mercuri sind nicht nur aufs Schwimmtraining bezogen absolute Spitzenkräfte. Sie schaffen es als Trainer mit ihrer menschlichen Art die Sportler:innen auch emotional dort zu unterstützen, wo sie es benötigen und ihnen Selbstvertrauen und Sicherheit zu geben, um auf Topniveau perfomen zu können und nach Rückschlägen wieder aufzustehen. Die Aufnahme von Sates im NLZ in Tenero ist eine Win-Win-Situation. Nicht nur der Südafrikaner, sondern die gesamte Trainingsgruppe mit Nationalkaderathleten wie Ponti, Toscan oder Niederberger wird dadurch profitieren können.

Matthew Sates wird ab Januar für mindestens drei Monate an der Swiss Aquatics Training Base trainieren und in die Trainingsgruppe von Noè Ponti und Marius Toscan integriert werden. So wird er auch mit ins Höhentrainingslager im Januar nach St. Moritz reisen oder im Februar das Trainingslager auf Lanzarote absolvieren.