Étang du Stock, lake in France
The Étang du Stock is a large reservoir in the Moselle region of northeastern France, extending across several kilometers. Flat green terrain surrounds it, and water flows in through a canal called the Canal des Houillères de la Sarre, which helps distribute water to surrounding areas.
The water body existed by the 1200s and was documented in 1255 surrounded by poplars and hedges. During the 1930s it was enlarged to store water for the Maginot Line, a defensive structure, requiring construction of a low dam across the land.
The water body sits in a region long known for its many ponds and lakes, serving as a gathering place for fishers and walkers. The area remains tied to local life through fishing traditions and the rhythm of seasonal changes visible on the water.
The site is easily accessible on foot with paths around the water where visitors can walk and enjoy views. Boating rentals and fishing are available, though night fishing is not permitted and certain equipment like fish finders or feeding from boats is prohibited.
Beneath the water surface lie the remains of smaller ponds that were flooded during the 1930s expansion. Observant visitors can sometimes spot traces of these lost water features in the landscape today.
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