Lac de Madine Lake
Reservoir lake in Grand Est, recreational boating area
A recreated reservoir in Meuse, Lac de Madine offers sailing, windsurfing, marked cycling loops and lakeside campsites; birdwatchers use hides along reedbeds and families swim at supervised beaches in summer.
Lac de Madine at a Glance#
About Lac de Madine#
Lac de Madine is an artificial lake in the Grand Est region of France used primarily for recreation and wildlife habitat. The reservoir and its shoreline accommodate boating, birdwatching and a network of paths for walking and cycling.
Facilities around the lake include beaches, boat rentals and marked trails; the site is used seasonally for sailing events and family recreation. The lake also supports waterfowl and wetland habitats that attract birdwatchers.
The reservoir lies in the Lorraine area of northeastern France and is accessible from nearby towns and regional road connections.
- Recreation: The lake has an established nautical and recreational centre offering sailing, kayaking and marked walking routes, making it a regional destination for outdoor leisure.
Weather & Climate near Lac de Madine#
Lac de Madine's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (710 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -1° - 4° | -1° | 61 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 0° - 6° | 0° | 55 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 2° - 10° | 3° | 49 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 4° - 13° | 7° | 45 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 9° - 18° | 13° | 65 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 12° - 21° | 16° | 73 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 13° - 23° | 18° | 62 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 13° - 23° | 18° | 63 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 10° - 19° | 15° | 53 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 7° - 14° | 10° | 57 mm | - | - | 2.7 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 2° - 8° | 3° | 59 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 1° - 6° | 0° | 68 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |