Lac du Petit Maclu, Lake in Le Frasnois, France
The Petit Maclu Lake extends across 5 hectares with a length of 500 meters and reaches depths of 11 meters in the Jura mountains.
The formation of Petit Maclu Lake occurred during the last glacial period, which shaped the current geological features of the Jura region.
Local residents maintain traditional practices of fishing and agriculture near the lake, contributing to the preservation of regional customs and knowledge.
The lake connects to a network of marked hiking trails, including the 4.88-kilometer Petit Maclu-Grand Maclu loop suitable for beginners.
The lake forms part of a protected Natura 2000 zone, supporting specific wetland vegetation including water lilies and providing habitat for numerous species.
Location: Le Frasnois
Address: Petit Lac Maclu, 39130 Le Frasnois, France 39130 Le Frasnois
GPS coordinates: 46.63081,5.91583
Latest update: July 1, 2025 11:34
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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