Lac du Bourdon, Artificial reservoir in Saint-Fargeau, France
The Bourdon Lake extends over 220 hectares with a length of 3 kilometers and a maximum width of 500 meters in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region.
The lake was constructed in 1901 to serve as a reservoir for the Briare Canal, marking a significant development in French waterway infrastructure.
The Daniel Bailly recreation center maintains local traditions through activities such as archery and canoeing, connecting visitors with regional sports.
Two free parking areas serve the lake, one in the north near La Calanque campground and another in the south next to the Lake Restaurant.
The horseshoe-shaped water body contains a substantial population of common carp, drawing fishing enthusiasts from across France to its waters.
Location: Saint-Fargeau
Address: Lac du Bourdon, 89170 Saint-Fargeau, France
GPS coordinates: 47.60718,3.10328
Latest update: July 1, 2025 11:16
The Burgundy-Franche-Comté region contains several major lakes of various origins. Lake Saint-Point stretches 6 kilometers in length and ranks as France's second largest natural lake. Lake Vouglans covers 1500 hectares, forming a reservoir along the Ain gorge. The Jura area features ancient natural lakes such as Lake Chalain, formed thousands of years ago. The Belvédère des 4 Lacs provides a viewpoint overlooking the Jura lakes. In the Morvan, historic reservoirs like Lac des Settons enable water activities. The reservoirs of the Canal de Bourgogne reflect the region's waterway heritage. Many of these bodies of water offer swimming facilities and equipment for water sports. The lakes are distributed across different natural landscapes of the region, from the Morvan to the Jura mountains.
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