Lac de Bouzey

Lac de Bouzey is a reservoir in the Vosges region that stretches across a wooded valley landscape. The water is held back by a large dam that crosses the valley and creates several kilometers of open water.

This reservoir was created at the end of the 1800s to provide better water management and power generation for the region. The dam was an important engineering achievement that helped develop the Vosges area economically.

The lake is surrounded by forest trails and footpaths that make it easy to explore the shoreline at your own pace. The best time to visit is from late spring through early fall, when the weather is more stable and paths are easier to walk.

The dam itself features distinctive arched architecture built from carefully placed stone, which remains visible today. Visitors can walk along the top of the dam and enjoy sweeping views of both the water and surrounding valley.

Location: Vosges

Elevation above the sea: 360 m

Website: https://vnf.fr/vnf/modernisation-du-reseau-le-barrage-reservoir-de-bouzey-renove

GPS coordinates: 48.16454,6.35618

Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:27