The Top 7 Lakes in Charente
Looking to visit the best lakes in Charente? 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 Charente’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 28, 2025
Lake Saint-Yrieix
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Nice lake with leisure base, the tour of the lake is pleasant and is done on gravel paths, connection to the greenway along the Charente.
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Lavaud Gelade Lake Footbridge
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Footbridge which allows you to cross the Charente, which swells the waters of the beautiful Lavaud Gelade lake. It is one of the largest lakes in the Creuse, after Lake …
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Lac de Lavaud
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An absolute marvel, a haven of peace with the most beautiful viewpoint located on the D160 bridge which spans it.
Many rest areas, beaches, a café ... What else?
Many rest areas, beaches, a café ... What else?
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Blue Lake of Touvérac
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Remains of old white clay quarries, these blue lakes constitute a locally protected habitat with its flaura and forna. You have to go slowly and leave no traces. Swimming is prohibited in these lakes.
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Lac de Mas Chaban
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A marvel of calm to discover between Massignac and Lesignac-Durand.
I particularly recommend this spot, the impression of being far from everything, in a green setting with gentle hills.
I particularly recommend this spot, the impression of being far from everything, in a green setting with gentle hills.
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Étang des belettes
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This is a fishing lake. A path allows you to follow the banks in a very nice environment.
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View of one of the Guizengeard ponds
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The trail offers a beautiful view of the blue lake of Guizengard. The water takes on a thousand azure hues, creating an almost unreal setting.
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