Top 5 Lakes around Montsec

Very beautiful place in the forest. Numerous gravel paths ranging from smooth white paths to rougher trails.

Lac de Madine is an artificial lake of almost 10 km², created in the 1970s as a water reservoir for the city of Metz. It is located in the heart of the Lorraine Regional Nature Park and is part of the Natura 2000 network for its ecological value. The lake has two islands, 250 hectares of forest and 42 km of shoreline. In addition to its role in the drinking water supply, it is an important recreational area with two main sites: Nonsard-Lamarche and Heudicourt-sous-les-Côtes. Visitors will find marinas, beaches, cycle and walking routes, restaurants and nature reserves.

Lake Madine is the largest wintering site in Lorraine. This bird observatory offers an opportunity to observe numerous bird species through its two openings. It offers a beautiful view of the lake, the reed bed, and the Île Verte and Île du Bois Gérard. Inside, identification scrolls and friezes help you recognize the different species present in the nature reserve. This observation facility offers a breathtaking view of the lake, Île Verte, and Île du Bois Gérard. Two small openings on the side allow you to observe the bird activity in the reed bed. Identification scrolls and friezes help you learn to recognize the different species that live on the lake.

The port of Nonsard accommodates 280 boats afloat. Located on Lake Madine, sailors enjoy the lake's 900 hectares to practice their sport in a splendid environment.

The Neuf-étang des Mandres is a natural pond surrounded by forests and wetlands, sheltering a rich plant and animal biodiversity. You may be able to observe rare species of birds, amphibians, reptiles or insects, as this space is part of a protected area of ecological interest.

Located on the border of the departments of Meurthe-et-Moselle and Meuse, the ponds of the Forêt de la Reine extend over 5,000 hectares and are home to more than 10 natural forest ponds. You can walk the paths that connect the ponds, such as the Rangéval pond, the Mosée pond, the Romé pond and the Boucq pond, which has a remarkable reed bed. You will also be able to admire the fauna that inhabits this Natura 2000 site, such as the marsh harrier, the collared flycatcher, the great crested newt and the lark. Along the way, you will discover the legends and stories that surround this forest which owes its name to Queen Brunehaut, a 7th century sovereign who met a tragic fate. The ponds of the Forêt de la Reine are an ideal destination for long-distance runners who love nature and culture.

The Neuf-étang des Mandres is a natural pond surrounded by forests and wetlands, sheltering a rich plant and animal biodiversity. You may be able to spot rare species of birds, amphibians, reptiles or insects, as this space is part of a protected area of ecological interest.

Located on the border of the departments of Meurthe-et-Moselle and Meuse, the ponds of the Forêt de la Reine extend over 5,000 hectares and are home to more than 10 natural forest ponds. You can walk the paths that connect the ponds, such as the Rangéval pond, the Mosée pond, the Romé pond and the Boucq pond, which has a remarkable reed bed. You will also be able to admire the fauna that inhabits this Natura 2000 site, such as the marsh harrier, the collared flycatcher, the great crested newt and the lark. Along the way, you will discover the legends and stories that surround this forest which owes its name to Queen Brunehaut, a 7th century sovereign who met a tragic fate. The ponds of the Forêt de la Reine are an ideal destination for hikers who love nature and culture.