Lac de Saint-Point, Natural glacial lake in Doubs, France
Lac de Saint-Point is a natural glacial lake formed in the mountains of eastern France, covering about 5.2 square kilometers with a maximum depth of 43 meters. The water body stretches roughly 7.2 kilometers through the surrounding terrain.
The lake was created during the last ice age when glaciers carved out a depression in the landscape, making it the third largest natural lake in France. Over thousands of years, water flow and sediment movement shaped it into the body of water visible today.
Local people fish using methods passed down through generations, targeting Arctic char and whitefish in the waters. The sight of fishermen along the shore is part of the everyday rhythm around this water body.
Multiple supervised beaches around the shoreline provide access to the water, with boat rentals and water sports available during warmer months. The area offers several entry points and facilities to enjoy the lake throughout the warm season.
The water renews itself naturally every 200 days or so through the flow of the Doubs River, keeping the lake in constant exchange with the river system. This natural cycle shapes how the ecosystem functions.
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