Upper Sûre Lake, Reservoir in Canton of Wiltz, Luxembourg
Upper Sûre Lake is a reservoir in the Canton of Wiltz, in northern Luxembourg, formed by damming the Sûre River. The water spreads into several coves framed by wooded hills, with access points and shoreline paths distributed along its banks.
The lake was formed in the 1960s when the Esch-sur-Sûre Dam was built across the river valley, flooding several villages and farmland in the process. It has supplied Luxembourg with drinking water ever since, and the surrounding area gradually became a destination for outdoor activities.
The lake is a meeting point for the surrounding communities, especially in summer when families come to swim, walk, and picnic along the shores. Water sports such as kayaking and pedal boating are common, while anglers tend to gather near the quieter coves.
Several parking areas and access points are spread around the lake, each offering different options depending on what you want to do. Summer weekends tend to draw more visitors, so arriving early in the day helps to find a good spot along the shore.
A floating bridge near Liefrange links hiking paths on both sides of the lake and can be raised or lowered slightly depending on the water level. Many visitors only discover it when they follow the shoreline paths more closely.
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