セール・ポンソン湖での周辺の簡単なハイキングとウォーキング

Super nice for running in peace

swimming

This is where you will have a breathtaking view of the Serre Ponçon lake. By going to this viewpoint, you will be able to admire the turquoise waters of the lake, surrounded by the rugged peaks of the French Alps. The area offers peaceful hiking trails and is a great place to take a break and admire the natural beauty of this large artificial lake, which reflects the surrounding mountains.

The Chanteloube viaduct, located on the Serre-Ponçon lake, is an unusual place. Built for a railway line that was never completed, this partially submerged viaduct offers a fascinating spectacle, with its arches reflected in the turquoise waters of the lake.

Old railway viaduct. Was never equipped with a rail, then submerged by the dam.

Good spot to catch a bit of sun.

The Chanteloube viaduct, located in the town of Chorges, emerges like a silent vestige of a bygone era. Started in the early 1900s, it was initially intended to connect Chorges to Barcelonnette by rail. The project was finally abandoned in the 1930s. Each year, in the spring, as the lake swells from melting snow and seasonal rains, the viaduct disappears beneath the waters. However, in winter, when the lake level drops, the viaduct emerges from its aquatic lethargy, revealing its majestic arches and solid pillars.

Lake Serre-Ponçon, located on the border between the departments of Hautes-Alpes and Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, is the largest artificial lake in mainland France and the second largest in Europe. Created by a huge dam in the 20th century, it offers turquoise waters, sunny beaches and a rich history. Explore the Muséoscope du Lac to discover how the dam was built and transformed the landscape and the lives of the inhabitants.