Location - The Lakes
L'Etang de la Chaume
Situated at Azerable, just outside La Souterraine, this is a rare example of a lake which lies entirely on sand. This, along with the streams which continuously bubble through it, make the water very clean. A marked path leads around the lake and into the surrounding area (around a 3 ½ hour walk).
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The lake has a beach with children's playground and a petanque area. There are proficiency courses in sailing and pedalo hire (during July and August).
The fishing season runs from May to November. Day or half day permits are available for traditional fishing (sport fishing for carp is also possible). On the northern bank of the lake is a bird watching centre open to the public all year round. There are 127 species which either nest there or migrate via the lake, and a wide variety of water plants which are protected. |
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L'Etang de la
Cazine
Situated at Noth, just outside La Souterraine, the lake has two beaches, both of which are monitored. A footpath leads from the lake to the woods at Le Fot and back to La Souterraine, which makes for a beautiful walk with views of the valley of La Cazine, the chateau at La Fot, the arboretum and the neighbouring lakes and hills.
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The stables at La Cazine offer horse and pony rides or treks where an instructor also gives individual or group tuition.
The domaine at Noth also organises mountain biking and ultra light flying.
La Cazine has a brand new café, and fishing is possible day and night.
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L'Etang
du Chiex
Situated at the northern entrance to the town of La Souterraine, the lake offers numerous activities for all age groups including swimming, beach games and fishing. |
There are marked paths around the lake that can also be explored on horseback. Alternatively you can also hire a pony and trap during high season.
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