Lac d'Aumar, Mountain reservoir in Hautes-Pyrénées, France
Located at an elevation of 2,192 meters, Lac d'Aumar spans 25 hectares with a maximum depth of 24 meters in the Pyrenees mountain range.
The reservoir was established in 1901 as part of a regional water management system, contributing to the development of hydroelectric infrastructure in southern France.
The lake represents a significant element of French alpine engineering, managed by EDF to support regional power generation and water resource distribution.
Visitors can reach the lake via the D929 road through Saint-Lary-Soulan, with direct vehicle access available until late October when seasonal restrictions begin.
The water body freezes for six months annually and contains protected aquatic plants including Subularia aquatica and Isoëtes lacustris.
Location: Hautes-Pyrénées
Inception: January 1, 1901
Elevation above the sea: 2,192 m
Operator: EDF
Address: Lac d'Aumar, 65170 Vielle-Aure, France 65170 Vielle-Aure
GPS coordinates: 42.84278,0.14972
Latest update: July 1, 2025 15:25
The lakes of Occitanie, located between the Pyrenees and Massif Central, consist of both natural and artificial water bodies. The natural lakes are mainly found at high altitudes in the Pyrenees, formed by glacial activity. The artificial lakes, created by dams, serve as water reservoirs and host water activities. This region features notable lakes such as Salagou with its red rocks, Lac d'Oô with its 300-meter waterfall, and Lac de Gaube facing Vignemale.
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