Lac de la Raviège, reservoir in France
The Lac de la Raviège is a man-made reservoir in the Monts de Lacaune in Occitania. The lake stretches for more than eleven kilometers, framed by beech and fir forests, and holds over 60 million cubic meters of water behind its dam.
The lake was constructed in the 1960s to control the flow of the Tarn River and support agricultural irrigation. The dam transformed a former valley where the Agout River flowed into a large recreational water body.
The lake's name comes from an old village that now lies beneath the water after the dam was built. This submerged heritage creates a special feeling for visitors who swim where families once lived.
The lake is easily reached by car, taking about 50 minutes from Alès or around 30 minutes from Castres. Free parking is available near the lake, and there is an accessible path to a viewpoint for those with mobility needs.
Small islands like the Rebondines emerge from the water at several spots, appearing like green jewels. These islands offer visitors unexpected views while walking along the shores.
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