No, swimming is not permitted at Lac des Corbeaux. Water activities such as paddleboarding or canoeing are not permitted either. Only fishing is an exception, in line with the regulations in force.
There is therefore no beach and no authorised swimming area at Lac des Corbeaux. This rule is stated by the La Bresse Tourist Office and on the official page for the lake. The 2026 summer season is over; access arrangements for summer 2027 have not been announced yet.
Swimming ban and cyanobacteria: what to remember
Lac des Corbeaux is a place for walking and fishing, not for swimming. Even in hot weather, do not enter the water or take part in any water activity.
The Tourist Office also states that cyanobacteria are regularly observed in summer. Dog owners are asked to stay vigilant near the water.
Where to swim near Lac des Corbeaux
The Tourist Office mentions three alternatives where swimming is provided for or supervised. Check the day’s opening hours and conditions before you travel.
1. The La Bresse swimming pool complex
The La Bresse leisure pool complex has a 25 m sports pool, a leisure pool, a 70 m slide and a paddling pool. It is the closest option for swimming while staying in La Bresse.
2. The Vagney pool
The Tourist Office also lists the Vagney aquatic complex among the ways to cool off. Check its opening hours before you travel.
3. Lac de la Moselotte in Saulxures-sur-Moselotte
The Lac de la Moselotte leisure base offers a supervised swimming area in summer along with water activities. In 2026, the municipal order provided for supervised swimming from 27 June to 30 August, 10am to 6pm, in the developed east zone; that season is over. 2027 dates have not been announced yet. See our guide to the Saulxures leisure base.
What to do at Lac des Corbeaux without swimming
The lake remains a place to visit for:
- walking around the lake, in about 30 minutes according to the official page;
- reaching the Roche du Lac by the path (about 1 h 30 round trip according to the page, not accessible in winter), with suitable footwear;
- fishing in line with the regulations;
- enjoying the forest scenery without entering the water.
Wild camping and fires are also prohibited on the site.
Access to Lac des Corbeaux: summer 2026 and what comes next
From 11 July to 23 August 2026, the Route du Lac des Corbeaux was closed to motor vehicles from 12.30pm to 5pm, except for vehicles carrying people with reduced mobility. The free Esti’Lac shuttle served the lake from the departure point near the La Clairie care home, 27 rue de la Clairie. This arrangement has ended.
For summer 2027, no date or rule has been announced as of 6 October 2026. The details of the past season are in our guide Lac des Corbeaux shuttle: 2026 season over.
To prepare your walk, see also our complete guide to Lac des Corbeaux and the official page “5 ideas to cool off in the Hautes Vosges”.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Lac des Corbeaux?
No. Swimming and all water activities, except fishing, are prohibited at Lac des Corbeaux. There is no authorised swimming area.
Why should dog owners be careful at Lac des Corbeaux?
The Tourist Office reports that cyanobacteria are regularly observed in summer and asks dog owners to stay vigilant.
Where can you swim near La Bresse?
The Tourist Office mentions the La Bresse swimming pool complex, the Vagney pool and, in summer, the supervised swimming area at Lac de la Moselotte in Saulxures-sur-Moselotte. In 2026 supervision there ran from 27 June to 30 August; 2027 dates have not been announced.
Can you paddleboard or canoe on Lac des Corbeaux?
No. Water activities are not permitted at Lac des Corbeaux, except fishing carried out in line with the regulations.
How did access to Lac des Corbeaux work in summer 2026?
From 11 July to 23 August 2026, the Route du Lac des Corbeaux was closed to motor vehicles from 12.30pm to 5pm, except vehicles carrying people with reduced mobility, and the free Esti'Lac shuttle served the lake. That season is over.
What will the access rules be in summer 2027?
Not announced yet. As of 6 October 2026, the official sources consulted publish neither shuttle dates nor traffic rules for 2027.