Constructed over six years and completed in 1961, the barrage flooded two villages - Savines and Ubaye. Climbing up past the barrage, you can see just how it as built to almost blend into its surroundings.
Here you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the lake and the Ubaye valley. The sparkling blue waters of the lake, surrounded by the majestic peaks of the Alps, create a landscape of striking beauty. Take your cameras !
When ascending the Barrage of the Serre Poncon always note that the temperatures due to the southern slope and the influence of the hot air from Sisteron are generally higher than the rest of the lake cycle. So be careful.