A walk around Le Lac in Châtellerault.

We last spoke about the Le Lac in Châtellerault in August when we first became aware of it. Yesterday afternoon we had a walk around it. The site was well used in the summer and as we saw yesterday, it is just as popular at this time of year. 

There were people out, like us, for an afternoon's walk...

The walk round the lake took us about forty minutes but considering the time we spent taking photos, half an hour is probably a realistic timing.

The children's play areas were entertaining a number of little ones, whilst older children and teenagers could make use of a basket ball and tennis courts..

 And what's the point of a lake if you can't throw stones into it??

Unless, of course, you're fishing in it....

The sunshine set the autumn colours ablaze.

And after a most enjoyable walk round it was back home for a good old Lancashire Hotpot. You can't beat it on a cold day!

Le Lac, Châtellerault

Having read Jim and Pauline's blog and realised we didn't know the place existed, this afternoon we went to Le Lac in Châtellerault. What a gem of a place it is!

For starters, there is a large carpark - always a plus point. The weather, too, was just perfect and the notice by the Poste de Secours summed it up beautifully: "Baignade: Bonne". The area designated for swimming is roped off and supervised by lifeguards.

Not only was the swimming good, pedalos and canoes could be hired at the water's edge and they looked great fun too!.

 

Then after the water, there were showers to freshen up...

For those who prefer to stay out of the water, there were activity tents for the youngsters and a bright "Bibliotheque" bus..

Of course you can always take yourself off round the other side of the lake and just chill......

All this, plus an imaginative childrens playground and a refreshments tent.... And the cost of all this???

Nothing! Zilch! Gratuit!!

What a fantastic way to keep the children entertained and off the streets during the holidays. They were loving every second and I suspect there will be some tears when the time comes to pack up and go home.