The Top 5 Lakes around Parthenay
Looking to visit the best lakes around Parthenay? 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 Parthenay’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 30, 2025
Along the Thouet
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Idyllic stroll on the banks of the Thouet, just outside Parthenay. Following the river, you arrive at the leisure center, which has a lake, walking paths, picnic tables, pétanque courts …
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Parthenay leisure center
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The Parthenay leisure center has a body of water, walking tracks along the Thouet, picnic tables, pétanque courts and a sports course. Children can have fun at the playground. In short, it is an ideal place for a stopover.
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La Touche Poupard Dam
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The Touche Poupard dam is a powerful construction. From the road that runs through it, you can admire the view of the lake and the steep drop off on the other side.
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Lac des Effres de Secondigny
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Body of water intended for fishing and placed on the route of the Thouet cycle route. Many picnic tables, games for children and a snack.
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Étang de Bois Pouvreau
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Superb pond! full of water lilies and huge round stones from another time on the tail of the pond. Surprising and so beautiful!
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