Lac de Pareloup, Reservoir in Prades-Salars, France
The Lac de Pareloup stretches across 1,260 hectares at an elevation of 805 meters, featuring 130 kilometers of shoreline in the Aveyron department.
The construction of the dam and reservoir began in 1950, leading to its completion in 1952 as part of France's post-war infrastructure development.
The reservoir connects multiple local communities through water-based activities, supporting traditional fishing practices and regional outdoor recreational pursuits.
Three supervised beaches provide swimming areas during summer months, with facilities including restrooms, picnic areas, and dedicated parking spaces.
The reservoir functions within a complex hydraulic system, collecting water from four rivers and supplying drinking water to the town of Rodez.
Location: Canet-de-Salars
Inception: January 1, 1952
Elevation above the sea: 805 m
Address: Lac de Pareloup, France 12290 Salles-Curan
GPS coordinates: 44.20541,2.75717
Latest update: August 4, 2025 09:59
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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