Lake Robertville Lake
Artificial lake in the High Fens region, recreation
Near the High Fens, Lake Robertville gathers walkers, anglers and families at its dammed basin; trails, a small sandy shore and seasonal boat hire anchor summer visits in eastern Wallonia.
Lake Robertville at a Glance#
Address: Robertville, 4950 Waimes (province of Liège), Belgium
Hours: Open 24 hours
Admission: Free to access; parking fees may apply at nearby parking areas
About Lake Robertville#
Lake Robertville is a reservoir in Wallonia, Belgium, located near the village of Robertville in the High Fens and Ardennes foothills. The lake and its shoreline facilities are used for local recreation and outdoor leisure.
The site supports walking, picnicking, seasonal swimming and small-boat use, and is a common day destination for residents and nearby towns. The surrounding upland terrain forms part of the broader High Fens-Eifel landscape.
The body of water was created by impounding a local stream and has been managed as a recreational reservoir since it was developed. Facilities and shoreline works reflect its role as a regional leisure area.
Geographically the reservoir sits in eastern Belgium’s Wallonia region within a hilly upland area; it is reachable by regional roads from nearby towns and is part of the High Fens-Ardennes fringe.
- Reservoir recreation: Formed by a dam on a local river and used for recreation including swimming and small-boat activities during summer months.
How to Get to Lake Robertville#
Driveable from Liège or Aachen; the reservoir sits near the N633 and is a short walk from Robertville village. Regional buses serve Waimes with onward local connections.
Tips for Visiting Lake Robertville#
- Walk the dam and the shoreline paths early in the morning for glassy water and bird activity.
- Combine a trip with nearby Lake Bütgenbach or the High Fens for a full day in Ardennes country.
- If visiting in winter, check for ice safety - the reservoir freezes but local rules vary.
Best Time to Visit Lake Robertville#
Late spring through early autumn offers best outdoor activities; autumn yields colourful woodland scenery.
Weather & Climate near Lake Robertville#
Lake Robertville's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1124 mm/year), wettest in December, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 2° | -5° | 109 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.4h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 3° | -4° | 90 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.9h |
| March | Poor | 0° - 7° | 0° | 100 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.5 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 2° - 11° | 3° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 4.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.6h |
| May | Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 83 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 15.3h |
| June | Good | 9° - 18° | 14° | 87 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.6 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.2h |
| July | Good | 11° - 20° | 16° | 96 mm | overcast | 75% | 3.6 m/s | 1.3 high | 15.7h |
| August | Good | 11° - 20° | 16° | 80 mm | overcast | 76% | 3.4 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.3h |
| September | Good | 8° - 16° | 12° | 90 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 3.8 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 5° - 12° | 6° | 89 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.2 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.6h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 6° | 4° | 107 mm | overcast | 94% | 4.5 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| December | Poor | -1° - 3° | -3° | 114 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.7 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.9h |
