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Lakes in Southeastern France

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The Southern French Alps are the real water tower of Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur. Alpine torrents feed rivers with pure water. Several reservoirs welcome lovers of swimming, water sports and nature in the heart of sumptuous landscapes. Prepare your stay with your feet in the water, inland, by discovering a selection of the most beautiful lakes in southeastern France.

Lake of Serre-Ponçon

Between Gap and Embrun, the lake of Serre-Ponçon covers an area of 28 km². Fed by the waters of the Durance and Ubaye rivers, it is nestled in the heart of sumptuous landscapes and high peaks. Its emerald-colored waters seduce lovers of swimming and sunbathing: equipped beaches and inlets shaded by coniferous forests welcome bathers and lovers of relaxation. Numerous activities are offered on the spot, in the various nautical bases: boat hire, wakeboarding, water skiing, paddle…

Lake of Serre-Ponçon

Lake of Sainte-Croix

The third largest lake in France is fed by the waters of the Verdon. In a beautiful natural setting, close to the lavender fields of the Plateau of Valensole, the village of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie and the Verdon gorges, the lake of Sainte-Croix has beautiful equipped and supervised beaches, but also wild inlets. Numerous activities are available on site and you also hire pedal boats, kayaks and canoes, initiate you to stand-up paddleboarding…

Lake of Sainte-Croix

Lake of Castillon

The first water reservoir encountered on the course of the Verdon, the lake of Castillon extends over nearly 8 kilometers in length, upstream from the town of Castellane, and opens an area of nearly 500 hectares. In the heart of a medium mountainous landscape, it offers many activities with three water sports centers: supervised beaches for swimming, water activities… And you can also hire a pedal boat, a canoe, a motorboat or a sailing boat…

Le lac de Castillon

Lake of Esparron

The last big reservoir on the course of the Verdon, the lake of Esparron is certainly the wildest. With a surface area of 328 hectares, it offers many water sports activities. Supervised areas facilitate swimming and are recommended for families with children. Numerous discreet coves also welcome bathers and lovers of idleness. The leisure center in the village of Esparron-du-Verdon offers many water sports activities and you can hire an electric boat, a pedal boat, a stand-up paddle or a canoe…

Lake of Esparron

Lake of Saint-Cassien

Fed in particular by the Biançon river, the lake of Saint-Cassien is situated in the bewitching landscapes of Pays de Faïence and Esterel. With a surface area of 430 hectares, it is home to a remarkable fauna and flora which is a delight for fishermen. There are equipped beaches for swimming, and it is possible to hire a pedal boat, paddle boat or canoe to explore deep blue waters. The Lake of Saint-Cassien house allows you to discover the nearby tourist attractions.

Lake of Saint-Cassien

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