It is reputed internationally for its ski resort. It is also appreciated for its natural lake, the “lac de Tignes” (2,100 m). The lake of Tignes is supplied with water by the Grande Motte’s glacier. In spite of being frozen 6 months a year, it is a plentiful food source, highly appreciated by fishermen.

Lake of Tignes in summer.

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The Tour de France went through the Cormet de Roselend 10 times, thus making it a famous tourist spot. It is classified as “1st category”, which means it is a very difficult climb for the riders.

The barrage of Roselend is 800 m long and 150 m high and can contain up to 185 million m³ of water. It is considered to be the most beautiful barrage in Savoie.

Its construction started in 1955 and was completed in 1962. One village was swallowed up but the inhabitants of the valley didn’t oppose to the project and chose to negociate. They received compensations by EDF (Electricity of France).

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Located in the Savoie department (Rhône-Alpes region), the natural lake of Aiguebelette (in French: lac d’Aiguebelette) is one of the largest natural French lakes. It has a surface area of 5.45 km² and is reputed for its emerald color. Its maximal depth is 71 m.

It is a private lake that belongs to the Chambost family and to EDF (Electricity of France), who have entrusted its management to the local authorities.

The lake is 10 km away from Chambéry and is surrounded in the east by the Épine mountain range, whose highest point is the “Mont Grelle” (1 425 m) and in the west by the “Mont Tournier”.

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