The Top 9 Lakes in Cher
Looking to visit the best lakes in Cher? 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 Cher’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 22, 2025
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.
Now partly developed as a recreational area: …
Originally created in 1864 to supply the Sauldre canal with water.
Now partly developed as a recreational area: …
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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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Puits Lock
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This lock was once part of the Canal de la Sauldre. Water from the Étang du Puits was regulated here to allow ships to pass and maintain the canal's water …
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Lake Val d'Auron
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Artificial lake less than 2km from the city center of Bourges. Covering an area of 73 hectares, its surroundings are very green and a path goes around it: the Rocade Verte.
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Saint-Amand-Montrond
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Saint-Amand-Montrond shines with its Saint-Vic museum, a regional history and art museum, the Montrond fortress and Virlay lake, a haven of peace. A perfect town to spend the night!
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Lake Val d'Auron
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Artificial lake less than 2km from the city center of Bourges. Covering an area of 73 hectares, its surroundings are very green and a path goes around it: the Rocade Verte.
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Auron Lake Beach
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Lake Auron Beach invites you to enjoy the sun on the sand with friends or family. It's the perfect place for summer, with its supervised swimming area, beach volleyball court, …
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Mare de la Salamandre🤗
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To observe frogs, dragonflies and perhaps a discreetly arriving heron on the hunt...
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View of the Château de Béthune and the Barres communal pond
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From this bridge over the Petite Sauldre, you can admire the Château de la Chapelle D'Angillon, also known as Château de Béthune, on the other side of the body of …
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