Lac des Corbeaux is a forest lake in La Bresse reached on foot, by bicycle, by car at permitted times or with the free Esti’Lac summer shuttle. The lakeside walk is short; swimming and other water activities are prohibited, apart from regulated fishing.
A glacial lake in figures
The official pushchair-walk listing describes a glacial lake approximately 600 metres long and 200 metres wide, with a maximum depth of 27 metres. The marked lakeside loop is 1.4 km. These figures are retained because they are part of the practical and geographical identity of the lake.
Summer 2026 access
From 11 July to 23 August 2026, the lake road is closed to motor vehicles from 12.30 pm to 5 pm. Access and parking remain possible outside those hours. Vehicles parked before the closure can leave through the one-way system.
Vehicles carrying someone with reduced mobility may still use the road because the shuttle is not accessible. Campervans and vehicles over two metres high cannot park on site between 8 pm and 7 am during the summer period. Route de la Vieille Montagne is reserved for pedestrians and cyclists.
See the full Esti’Lac timetable and access guide.
Free Esti’Lac shuttle
The shuttle runs daily between central La Bresse and the lake from 11 July to 23 August. In 2026 it leaves near EHPAD La Clairie, 27 rue de la Clairie. Pushchairs and baby carriers can go in the luggage hold; dogs are accepted under the published conditions.
Walk around the lake
Official La Bresse pages give approximately 20 to 30 minutes for the nearly level path around the lake. Stay on the path, use suitable footwear on wet ground and take all waste away.
The official pushchair route lists a 1.4-km loop and says the lake circuit is accessible with a pushchair, while an all-terrain model is recommended for an extension towards Étang de Séchemer.
Swimming ban
Swimming and water activities are prohibited, except fishing. The tourist office also reports recurring summer cyanobacteria and advises dog owners to be careful.
The indoor pool in La Bresse is one option; also review our nearby swimming alternatives.
Walk from La Bresse
The tourist office describes two routes from the Haut des Bluches area: a road-based option and a woodland option via Étang de Séchemer. The full loops are 6.3 or 7.6 km, around two hours, with 356 to 442 metres of ascent. These figures are for the approach hike, not the simple lakeside circuit.
Check the La Bresse weather and the latest access notice before leaving. This page was checked on 12 July 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim at Lac des Corbeaux?
No. Swimming and water activities are prohibited, except regulated fishing.
How long is the walk around the lake?
The tourist office gives approximately 20 to 30 minutes for the nearly level lakeside path. Allow extra time for stops or wet ground.
Can you drive to the lake in summer 2026?
Yes before 12.30 pm and after 5 pm. From 11 July to 23 August, the road is closed to motor traffic between those times, except vehicles carrying a person with reduced mobility.