Lac du Val, Lake in Doucier, France
The Lac du Val extends over 64 hectares with a maximum length of 1.5 kilometers and reaches depths of up to 35 meters.
The Hérisson River has shaped the formation of Lac du Val through centuries of water flow, creating natural inlets and outlets.
Local fishing traditions at Lac du Val continue to influence regional practices, with specific techniques passed down through generations of anglers.
Visitors can access multiple hiking trails around Lac du Val, including the 7.72-kilometer Le Grand Saut trail and the 12.6-kilometer Cascade de l'Éventail circuit.
The lake maintains a constant surface elevation of 525 meters, creating specific ecological conditions that support distinct aquatic ecosystems.
Location: Doucier
Address: Lac du Val, 39130, France 39130
GPS coordinates: 46.62620,5.81602
Latest update: July 1, 2025 11:36
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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