Lac du Grand Maclu, Mountain lake in La Chaux-du-Dombief, France
The Grand Maclu Lake extends over 21 hectares with a length of 1.1 kilometers and reaches depths of 24 meters at 779 meters elevation.
The lake formation occurred during the last ice age when glacial movements carved deep valleys in the Jura limestone, creating this natural water reservoir.
Local fishing traditions continue at Grand Maclu Lake, where anglers gather following specific regulations to maintain the fish population balance.
The lake connects to a network of marked trails that lead to neighboring bodies of water, including Petit Maclu Lake and Lake Ilay.
From April to September, the lake area operates under specific quiet zone protocols to protect the reproduction cycles of local wildlife species.
Location: La Chaux-du-Dombief
Address: Lacs de Maclu, 39150 La Chaux-du-Dombief, France 39150 La Chaux-du-Dombief
GPS coordinates: 46.62487,5.90754
Latest update: July 1, 2025 11:37
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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