The 3 marinas
on Lake
Vouglans
Lake Vouglans in the Jura offers 3 marinas along its 35 kilometres of shoreline. All equipped with slipways, they offer 700 mooring rings to welcome leisure sailors for the day, the week or the season. Also accessible to the public, they offer the chance to enjoy a number of water-based activities and sports.
They are divided up according to three zones: Port Saisse marina in Pont-de-Poitte is mainly used for fishing,Port Mercantine marina in Maisod is dedicated to non-motorised water-based activities and sports and, finally Port Meix marina in La Tour du Meix is used mainly for speed water sports.
Worth knowing, sailing is free of charge. Also, all the necessary services for sailors are available, including a 24-hour petrol pump in Port Meix marina, a crane works and a launch service, sanitary facilities, food and beverages and the rental of all kinds of motorised or non-motorised equipment. You will find everything you need for a charming stopover or an exceptional stay.
The reservoir of Vouglans
Nestling in the heart of the Jura, Lake Vouglans is a well-preserved site in what appears to be a completely natural environment. Yet, the reservoir of Vouglans was created artificially in 1968 and is today the third largest body of water in France covering 1,600 hectares. A hydroelectric dam has turned the valley into a large-scale biological reservoir while protecting the lake's environment and its wild shoreline mainly composed of forests and cliffs.
The number of tourist areas has been limited to ensure priority for nature and its inhabitants. The local flora and fauna are preserved allowing visitors to discover zander, pike, perch, carp, peregrine falcons, toads, butterflies, lynx, and more.
