Grand Lac, Glacial lake in Clairvaux-les-Lacs, France.
Grand Lac is a glacial lake in the Jura region with clear waters and gentle shorelines surrounded by forests. The waters are fed by the Augeon River and offer swimming, fishing, and boating opportunities.
The lake has been inhabited since prehistoric times, with evidence from tools and settlement remains over 6000 years old. These archaeological sites were recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites, documenting early human settlement in the region.
The location features a permanent exhibition detailing the daily life of Neolithic farmers who lived by the lake 6000 years ago.
The lake is surrounded by three campgrounds that provide direct access to water and recreational activities. The infrastructure around the shoreline makes it easy to use the lake for day trips or longer stays.
The lake's water is constantly renewed and circulates through the Augeon river system about every three months. This continuous renewal keeps the water quality high and contributes to the clear, clean water visitors find today.
Location: Clairvaux-les-Lacs
Address: Grand Lac de Clairvaux, 39130 Clairvaux-les-Lacs, France
GPS coordinates: 46.56528,5.74917
Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:07
The Jura department features varied landscapes with mountain ranges, limestone plateaus, and forested valleys. The terrain has shaped notable geological sites: the Hérisson waterfalls stretch over nearly 4 kilometers with 31 waterfalls, the Baume-les-Messieurs Reculée forms a closed valley with 200-meter-high walls, and the Langouette Gorges show a canyon carved by the Saine between vertical cliffs. Historic towns reflect the past of the region: Dole preserves its collegiate church and 16th- and 17th-century houses with arcades, Arbois hosts the Louis Pasteur house and wine cellars, while Salins-les-Bains displays its old salt production facilities listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Jura vineyards produce specific wines, including the yellow wine made in Château-Chalon, a village perched on a rocky spur overlooking the vineyards. The Haut-Jura Regional Natural Park offers hiking trails and cross-country skiing routes. The ski resorts of Les Rousses and Métabief welcome winter visitors at over 1100 meters altitude. Glacial lakes such as Chalain allow swimming and water activities during the summer.
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