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Swimming in Les Orres and at Lake Serre-Ponçon
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Swimming and water activities in Les Orres, Embrun, or on Lake Serre-Ponçon
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Where can you go swimming and cool off this summer? In the Hautes-Alpes, when the heat is on, you’ll feel right at home in the water! It’s time to take the plunge for maximum thrills and fun.
Numerous swimming spots and water activities await you in the valley, at the Embrun lake, on Lake Serre-Ponçon, or at the municipal pool in Les Orres.
The Municipal Swimming Pool in Les Orres
Cool Refreshment, Fun, and a Panoramic View
How about an outdoor pool with a panoramic view of the mountains? The Les Orres Municipal Pool is the perfect refreshing break to enjoy summer days in the mountains.
During your stay in Les Orres—whether after a hike, a mountain bike ride at the Bike Park, or simply to treat yourself to a moment of relaxation—enjoy this break with your feet in the water while taking in the alpine scenery. A must-do summer activity to share with family or friends!
📍Location of the Les Orres swimming pool: Les Orres 1550
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The Embrun Lake, a recreational area at the foot of the Orres Mountains
In Embrun, a small town located 15 minutes from Les Orres, don’t miss the lake, its beaches, and its activities! Rent stand-up paddleboards and pedal boats, enjoy activities for the little ones like the carousel or the Rosalies, and visit the Embrun Aquaparc—not to mention indulging in some delicious ice cream while listening to the lapping of the water!
📍Location of the lake: at the entrance to the town of Embrun
🚗 15 minutes from the resort
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SWIMMING AT LAKE SERRE-PONCON
A prime spot for relaxing, swimming, and fishing—take a dip in Lake Serre-Ponçon. Of the lake’s 90 km of shoreline, only 13 km are developed for public use. Take a boat ride or go paddleboarding; explore the wilder coves by kayak or windsurfing; get your adrenaline pumping with tubing or water skiing… it’s the perfect base camp! Elsewhere, nature is everywhere.
Lake Serre-Ponçon is the largest artificial lake in metropolitan France.
📍Lake location: Crots beaches 20 minutes away, Savines beaches 25 minutes away.
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Lake
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A varied excursion, perfect for the whole family to enjoy the landscape as well as the activities on offer at the lake.
Durée journalière
1h
D+ 8 m
Dénivelé
2.57 km
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Type de clientèle
Level green – easy
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Serre Ponçon tour - Promenade en bateau
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One of a kind! A native of the region, I'll be showing you around Lake Serre-Ponçon aboard our exceptional boat, the only one of its kind in the world! A fun guided tour,...
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Les Balcons du lac
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A circular walk around Lake Serre-Ponçon with stunning views of the Ubaye Valley and the lake.
Durée journalière
2h
D+ 240 m
Dénivelé
6.70 km
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Type de clientèle
Level bue - Medium
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L'Aquatik
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Aquatik is the Savines-le-Lac water park located on the Serre-Ponçon lake, plage de la voilerie.
Come and have a great time relaxing with your family or friends.
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Plage Nord du Plan d'eau d'Embrun
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Located in the commune of Embrun, 2 km from the town centre, enjoy a family swim at the Embrun lake.
Accessible by shuttle bus from the town centre.
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Port Saint Pierre pontoon
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PUBLIC PONTON: reservation on www.smadesep.com
Moorings for all types of craft. Petrol pump.
Watercraft for hire.
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Bois-Vieux beach and floating pool
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The Bois-Vieux nautical base and its large wooden floating pool come alive all summer and offer you all the pleasures of the sea in the mountains!
Shaded, family and...
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Plage des Eaux Douce
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A natural beach dedicated to water sports and microlight flights. This beach is mainly used by kitesurfers and windsurfers, and is off-limits to bathers as the fins are...
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Harbour of Saint-Vincent-les-Forts
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Located on the Ubaye branch of Lake Serre-Ponçon, this harbour gives you privileged access to Saint-Vincent-les-Forts beach. Immerse yourself in the heart of the Alpes-de-Haute...
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Serre-Ponçon Aventure
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Forest adventure park on the shores of Lac de Serre-Ponçon at Baie Saint Michel (commune of Chorges).
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Aalpes Rando Equitation
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We offer mixed horse and Segway tours, so you can get your whole family or group of friends together for a single activity!
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Savin' Plage
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In the commune of Savines-le-Lac, the beach is a 5-minute walk from the village centre.
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Plage de Chanterenne
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Located in Crots, between Savines-le-Lac and Embrun, the Chanterenne beach, known as ''Crots'Beach'', is appreciated for its shallow waters, ideal for...
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Base de loisirs de l’Iscle
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The Base de loisirs de l'Iscle aux Gourniers promises you a moment of relaxation with family or friends, in a calm and restful setting.
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Les 3 Lacs leisure centre
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Three lakes, three beaches and plenty of sports and water sports activities on offer! A real summer paradise, Les 3 Lacs is 10 minutes from Serre-Ponçon and 20 minutes from Gap...
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Barnafret Marina
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PUBLIC PONTON: reservation on www.smadesep.com
Launching ramps, parking for boat trailers. Limited width
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Plage de Port Saint-Pierre
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In the commune of Sauze-du-Lac, this beach is located on the road to Barcelonnette from Savines-le-Lac, in a wild setting.
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Port St-Pierre
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With the azure blue of the lake as your guide, hug the water's edge to reach the lakeside beach of Port Saint-Pierre.
Durée journalière
1h30
D+ 271 m
Dénivelé
4.69 km
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Level bue - Medium
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Plage de la Combette
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La Combette beach is located below the centre of Savines-le-Lac.
A 5-minute walk from the village centre, this beach is made up of a lawn and pebbles, with tarmac access...
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