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Monks' Pond

Monks' Pond

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Monks' Pond

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Location: Bouconville-Vauclair, Laon, Hauts-De-France, France

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Michael

June 19, 2017

Cycling

The re-created forest around the little pond hardly reminds of the WWI front line.

Paul_C

September 28, 2023

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The Étang des Moines lake is one of the four ponds that were dug by the monks of Liessies Abbey at the end of the 17th century. Covering an area of approximately 20 hectares, it is home to various species of fish, such as carp, pike, perch, roach and tench. The lake is also a haven for wildlife, particularly birds, such as herons, ducks, coots and kingfishers. You can appreciate the tranquility and beauty of the lake from different viewpoints, such as the wooden bridge or the picnic area.

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Elevation 80 m

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Location: Bouconville-Vauclair, Laon, Hauts-De-France, France

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