Lac de Villefranche-de-Panat, Artificial reservoir in Aveyron, France.
The Villefranche-de-Panat lake stretches across 192 hectares at an elevation of 727 meters, bordered by granite plateaus in the Massif Central region.
The construction of the dam from 1948 to 1951 created this artificial lake, fundamentally transforming the local landscape and water management system.
The lake functions as a central recreational area for residents and visitors, featuring sandy beaches, walking paths, and water sports facilities.
Two supervised swimming areas at Granouillac and Le Mayrac beaches provide safe water access during summer months, with free parking facilities nearby.
An underground tunnel system connects this reservoir to Lac de Saint-Amans through a 4,690-meter passage measuring 3.4 meters in diameter.
Location: Alrance
Location: Villefranche-de-Panat
Elevation above the sea: 727 m
Address: Lac de Villefranche-de-Panat, 12430, France
GPS coordinates: 44.10694,2.69444
Latest update: April 17, 2025 11:37
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