Étang du Couvent, Natural pond in Saint-Michel-en-Brenne, France.
The Étang du Couvent extends near the Chérine National Nature Reserve, providing observation points for discovering local birds and wildlife.
Monks from Saint-Cyran Abbey constructed this pond in the 14th century, establishing one of the first water bodies in the Brenne region.
The site maintains the fishing traditions of Brenne, with annual fish harvests conducted according to regional methods.
A blue-marked trail of 8.5 kilometers allows visitors to complete a full circuit around the pond in approximately two hours and fifteen minutes.
The municipality plans to clear 20 hectares around the pond to establish a livestock farmer and maintain the characteristic open landscapes.
Location: Saint-Michel-en-Brenne
Address: Étang du Couvent, 36290 Saint-Michel-en-Brenne, France 36290 Saint-Michel-en-Brenne
GPS coordinates: 46.79910,1.19449
Latest update: July 2, 2025 09:28
The bodies of water in Centre-Val de Loire include natural lakes, ponds, and artificial reservoirs. The region features Lake Éguzon for water sports, the Brenne ponds forming a mosaic of 2000 water bodies, and recreational bases like Lake Bretonnières. These sites offer opportunities for fishing, boating, swimming, and bird watching. The Briare Canal and Loire River also run through the region. The Sologne ponds and Orléans forest ponds are natural areas with beaches and trails.
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