Lake Der-Chantecoq
51290
Europe's largest artificial lake was built to save Paris from floods, but now it's saving summer days with 27°C swimming waters and Pavillon Bleu-certified beaches. Walk the 48km shoreline, let your dog loose on designated beaches, or just watch the water stretch to the horizon.
dog-friendly destination
family swimming spot
nature & outdoors
warm water swimming
Tips
🎣"Super place great carp fishing and just to walk around or even bike. Very tranquil and relaxing place"
🐕labeled dog-friendly with dedicated beaches for your pup
🏘️three villages were submerged to create the lake in 1974
Lake Der-Chantecoq
51290
Europe's largest artificial lake was built to save Paris from floods, but now it's saving summer days with 27°C swimming waters and Pavillon Bleu-certified beaches. Walk the 48km shoreline, let your dog loose on designated beaches, or just watch the water stretch to the horizon.
dog-friendly destination
family swimming spot
nature & outdoors
warm water swimming
Tips
🎣"Super place great carp fishing and just to walk around or even bike. Very tranquil and relaxing place"
🐕labeled dog-friendly with dedicated beaches for your pup
🏘️three villages were submerged to create the lake in 1974