Barrage du Châtelot

The Châtelot Dam spans 150 meters in length and rises 74 meters high across the Doubs River, featuring a width ranging from 2 to 14 meters.

The construction of the Châtelot Dam began in 1950 and reached completion in 1953, marking a significant advancement in hydroelectric infrastructure between France and Switzerland.

The dam represents a testament to Franco-Swiss cooperation, demonstrating the shared commitment to water resource management and renewable energy production in the border region.

Visitors can access the dam through a 2-kilometer forest road from Villers-le-Lac center, with parking facilities available 400 meters from the structure.

The dam creates Lake Moron, which extends over 64 hectares and serves a watershed basin of 911 square kilometers at an altitude of 719 meters.

Location: Neuchâtel

Location: Villers-le-Lac

Inception: 1950

Official opening: 1956

Height: 74 m

Length: 150 m

Width: 14 m

GPS coordinates: 47.10110,6.74502

Latest update: May 30, 2025 01:36