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The Top 20 Lakes in Centre-Val de Loire

Looking to visit the best lakes in Centre-Val de Loire? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Centre-Val de Loire’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!

Last updated: November 29, 2025

Lac des Bretonnières

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Located west of Tours, the lake borders with the municipalities of Joué-les-Tours and Ballan-Miré. It is served by the bus, and access by car is very easy with 2 peripheral …

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La Bergeonnerie Lake

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Lac de la Bergeonnerie is the ideal place for running or cycling. The circuit that goes around it is 2.5 kilometers long, ideal for a quiet stroll. Fitness equipment and …

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Étang du Puits

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The lake covers 180 hectares, making it the largest in the Sologne.
Originally created in 1864 to supply the Sauldre canal with water.
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Courpain Nature Reserve

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If you are looking for a peaceful and natural place to stop off during your hike, you can visit the Courpain nature reserve, a 13-hectare space located at the confluence …

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Marais de Bourges Gardens

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The Marais de Bourges form a superb space for relaxation and nature near the old town. Partially dedicated to urban agriculture and leisure (jogging, fishing ...), these marshes are protected under the regime of "natural monuments and sites".

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Scenic Road by the Ponds of Sologne

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Small, very quiet wooded road, from where you can observe several ponds characteristic of Sologne.

There are more than 3,000 ponds in Sologne. Created in the Middle Ages by the …

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Boardwalk over the pond in Parc naturel régional de la Brenne

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A unique experience to walk on this pond in the heart of the Regional Natural Park of Brenne - the country of 1000 ponds.

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Montperché Pond

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Installed on this pond, emblematic figure of the Sologne, the Entaille is a "secret" place of tranquility and observation, at the meeting of the shore and the pond, to enjoy …

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Centre Nautique du Pays Drouais – Mézières-Écluzelles Lake

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The Pays Drouais Nautical Center is a nautical base located on the Mézières-Ecluzelles stretch of water. You can practice sailing, canoeing, mountain biking or even motorboating. The base offers walks, …

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Île Charlemagne Pond

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Parallel to the Loire, this beautiful pond offers beautiful views of the surrounding area including Orléans Cathedral. There is also a leisure center and a beach.

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The Top 20 Lakes in Centre-Val de Loire

Lac des Bretonnières

La Bergeonnerie Lake

Étang du Puits

Courpain Nature Reserve

Marais de Bourges Gardens

Scenic Road by the Ponds of Sologne

Boardwalk over the pond in Parc naturel régional de la Brenne

Montperché Pond

Centre Nautique du Pays Drouais – Mézières-Écluzelles Lake

Île Charlemagne Pond

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Most popular routes in Centre-Val de Loire

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