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The Bellebouche lake is one of the largest lakes of the Brenne Region. It is located in a 300ha site with meadows, moorlands, wastelands, woods, small hillocks… 3 observatories located on the edges of the lakes and guided activities help you discover its naturalist riches.
Known for its beach and swimming, the pond of Bellebouche is one of the largest and most beautiful bodies of water in Brenne. The pond is part of a larger site which covers a total of 300 hectares of meadows, moorland, wasteland, woods, buttons … This is a wonderful mosaic of environments conducive to a remarkable flora and fauna
About forty rare and or protected plants have been identified: Marsh Gentian, Umbelliferous Helianthma, Chervil-leaved Buttercup… The fauna is not to be outdone, a colony of Purple Herons has settled for several years at the tail of the pond. One can also observe the European Nightjar or the European Nighthawk. Three observatories located at the end of the pond and guided outings allow you to discover its naturalist treasures.
About forty rare and or protected plants have been identified: Marsh Gentian, Umbelliferous Helianthma, Chervil-leaved Buttercup… The fauna is not to be outdone, a colony of Purple Herons has settled for several years at the tail of the pond. One can also observe the European Nightjar or the European Nighthawk. Three observatories located at the end of the pond and guided outings allow you to discover its naturalist treasures.
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Precise location
Car park (fee payable) in summer, plus weekends and bank holidays in May, June and Sept.
- Pond – marshland
- Forest
- Viewpoint/panorama
price
Free rate