Lakes & water

Lake swimming

Supervised beaches and cool waters: the flagship Vosges summer swim.

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Swimming is the flagship summer activity in the Vosges. Gérardmer and Longemer have supervised beaches in July-August, with cool glacial water much appreciated in the heat. Several managed lakes round out the family offer.

Tips & good to know

Tips & good to know

  • Lifeguards mainly in July-August.
  • Cool water: enter gradually.
  • Stick to authorised zones (some lakes are off-limits).