Sautet Lake, reservoir in France
Sautet Lake is an artificial reservoir in the Isère region of eastern France, serving dual purposes as a water storage facility. Covering approximately 430 hectares at an elevation of about 760 meters, it is surrounded by rocky terrain and forested slopes that frame its distinctive turquoise-colored waters.
The lake was created as an artificial reservoir to regulate water management and generate energy, playing an important role in the region's development. Since its creation, it has become a place where nature and human infrastructure coexist.
The lake sits in the La Matheysine region, where local communities maintain strong ties to mountain life. Villages nearby preserve alpine traditions and offer local products such as goat cheese and regional specialties.
An active water sports center rents out paddleboards, electric boats, kayaks, and canoes without a license requirement. Multiple walking trails circle the lake, and parking is available especially near the dam and at access points like Col de la Chau.
Two equipped climbing routes run along the dam, including the beginner-friendly Via Ferrata Belvédère with multiple introductory sections. A popular activity is paddling through the Souloise Gorges by canoe, where visitors can explore untouched natural sections.
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