Lac d'Esparron

#1001 among destinations in France

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Lac d'Esparron is an artificial reservoir, filled in 1967 following the construction of the hydroelectric dam in Gréoux on the course of the Verdon river. It is located near the village of Esparron-de-Verdon in the French department of Alpes-de-Haute-Provence in the region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. ()

Alternative names: Area: 1.27 mi²Maximum depth: 180 ftElevation: 1391 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 43°44'22"N, 5°56'52"E

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Provence-Alpes-Côte d'AzurFrance

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Lac d'Esparron – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Musée de Préhistoire des Gorges du Verdon, Ecomuseum, Château d'Esparron, Allemagne-en-Provence.

5.2 miSE
43°41'59"N • 6°2'14"E
Musée de Préhistoire des Gorges du Verdon, Quinson
134 min walk • Specialty museum, Museum
1.3 miE
43°44'21"N • 5°58'26"E
Ecomuseum, Esparron-de-Verdon
34 min walk • Museum
1.4 miE
Forts and castles
Château d'Esparron, Esparron-de-Verdon
36 min walk • The castle of Esparron-de-Verdon is located on the territory of the French commune of Esparron-de-Verdon, in the department of Alpes-de-Haute-Provence and the region Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.
4.2 miNE
Locality
Allemagne-en-Provence
108 min walk • Allemagne-en-Provence is a commune in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region in southeastern France.
2.1 miN
Tower
Clock Tower, Saint-Martin-de-Brômes
55 min walk • The Clock Tower of Saint-Martin-de-Brômes is a dungeon located on the territory of the commune of Saint-Martin-de-Brômes in the French department of Alpes-de-Haute-Provence in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region.
3.5 miNW
43°45'36"N • 5°53'1"E
Château des Templiers, Gréoux-les-Bains
89 min walk • Historical place, Forts and castles
3.9 miSW
Locality
Saint-Julien
100 min walk • One of the highlights of Saint-Julien is its stunning landscapes, which are characterized by rolling hills, lush vineyards, and fragrant lavender fields. Visitors can embark on scenic hikes or leisurely bike rides to explore the breathtaking countryside, or simply...
6.8 miSW
Locality
Ginasservis
175 min walk • One of the main attractions in Ginasservis is the stunning Château de Sauvan, a 17th-century castle surrounded by lush gardens and vineyards. Visitors can take a tour of the château to learn about its rich history and enjoy the breathtaking views of the surrounding...