Lac d'Esparron, Artificial reservoir in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
The Lac d'Esparron extends across 328 hectares, featuring limestone cliffs and numerous hidden coves surrounded by dense Mediterranean vegetation and turquoise waters.
The lake was created through damming operations of the Verdon River, forming part of a water management system that supplies neighboring communities since its construction.
The lake serves as a central point for local festivities throughout the year, connecting the communities of Esparron-de-Verdon and Saint-Julien-le-Montagnier.
Visitors can rent electric boats, canoes, and pedal boats at multiple locations around the lake, with supervised swimming areas available during summer months.
The lake reaches a maximum depth of 55 meters and contains multiple fish species, including carp, pike, and trout, making it a preferred destination for fishing.
Location: Esparron-de-Verdon
Elevation above the sea: 359 m
Address: Lac d'Esparron, France
GPS coordinates: 43.73333,5.96667
Latest update: July 1, 2025 14:21
The lakes of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region stretch from the Southern Alps to the Verdon. The Serre-Ponçon lake, with its 28 km², offers beaches and coves bordered by forests. The Sainte-Croix lake is the third-largest lake in France. Altitude lakes such as Allos and Sainte-Anne exceed 2400 meters. The Berre pond represents the largest regional saltwater expanse with 155 km². These natural and artificial lakes offer swimming, water activities, and local wildlife observation.
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