Découvrez le Lac de Serre-Ponçon, l’une des plus grandes étendues d’eau artificielles d’Europe, nichée entre les Hautes-Alpes et les Alpes-de-Haute-Provence. Entouré de montagnes majestueuses, ce lac aux eaux turquoise est un véritable écrin de nature, idéal pour les amateurs de détente et d’aventure en plein air.
Profitez des nombreuses plages aménagées pour la baignade, pratiquez des activités nautiques comme la voile, le paddle, ou encore le kayak, et explorez les criques secrètes qui bordent ses rives. Les sentiers autour du lac offrent des panoramas exceptionnels, parfaits pour la randonnée et le VTT. Ne manquez pas la visite de la chapelle Saint-Michel, émergeant de l’eau, symbole emblématique de Serre-Ponçon. Alliant paysages spectaculaires et loisirs variés, le Lac de Serre-Ponçon est une destination incontournable pour un séjour alliant nature, sport et sérénité.
Lac de Serre-Ponçon
A natural gem in the heart of the Alps
Serre-Ponçon Lake is one of the largest artificial lakes in Europe, nestled in the heart of the Southern Alps. This exceptional body of water offers a unique experience combining unspoiled nature, exciting water sports, and breathtaking landscapes.
This natural site is located in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region, straddling the Hautes-Alpes and Alpes-de-Haute-Provence departments. Its strategic location between the Écrins and Queyras Regional Nature Park massifs makes it a privileged place for nature lovers.
Created in the 1960s by the construction of the Serre-Ponçon dam on the Durance River, the lake is the result of an ambitious project to regulate the river's flow and generate electricity. Today, it has become a must-see site, attracting visitors from all over the world.
Campsites and Ushuaïa Villages sites near Lake Serre-Ponçon
The attractions of Lake Serre-Ponçon
Breathtaking landscapes
Surrounded by Alpine peaks, Lake Serre-Ponçon offers breathtaking panoramic views. Whether you are looking for tranquility or adventure, the lake's shores offer a variety of landscapes, from sandy beaches to lush forests.
Water sports
Water sports enthusiasts will find everything they could wish for here. Sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking, pedal boating—the options are endless. Local sailing schools offer lessons for all levels, allowing everyone to enjoy the crystal-clear waters of the lake to the fullest.
Hiking and biking
The area surrounding the lake also offers countless opportunities for hiking and biking. Marked trails wind through varied landscapes, offering breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding mountains.
Where is the point of interest located ?
Located 30 km from Gap, 90 km from Digne-les-Bains, and 200 km from Marseille, Lake Serre-Ponçon, nestled between the Hautes-Alpes and Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, is one of the largest artificial lakes in Europe. Surrounded by majestic peaks, the setting is truly idyllic.
Lac de Serre-Ponçon
Domaine de Charance, 05000 Gap
