La Bréole
On the bank of Serre-Ponçon lake on the D900B road.
Population : 350 inhabitants.
Discover the village of La Bréole, near the Serre-Ponçon lake.
![Village de La Bréole](/images/la-breole-paysage.jpg)
La Bréole is known for the siege of its chateau by the Catholics in 1586 during the wars of religion.
These days it is no more than a modest and peaceful village overlooked by a church with a square bell tower.
It is located on a enchanting site overlooking the Serre-Ponçon lake, on which it has a pier. The mountain air here is remarkably pure.
![La Bréole mairie](/images/la-breole-village.jpg)
You may be welcomed by the barking of dogs and birdsong, you may even meet the green-fingered Sunday gardener who is responsible for the green lawns decorated with the multi-coloured tulips.
From the pier, (that can be reached via the D57), you will be able to take boat trips or windsurf to the small sheltered peaceful coves.
![La Bréole Serre Ponçon](/images/la-breole-lac-serre-poncon.jpg)
Several craftsmen working in wrought iron, earthenware and leather have settled in La Bréole, as well as a sculptor.
Here you can also purchase organic produce, goat's cheese on the farm and even a beautiful locally created mohair pull-over !
What to see
The Church of Charamel dated 1617.
A "discover the Château" trail.
The dazzling illumination (fireworks) of the village bell tower on 15th August.
Leisure activities
Cross-country skiing in particular at Saint Jean Montclar.
Hiking and horse trekking.
Boating, Jet skiing, windsurfing and sailing on Serre-Ponçon lake.
Heated swimming pool.
Accomodations
Hotel-restaurant.
Bed and breakfast
1 Holiday village.
Numerous rural gites.
Campsite.
NEIGHBOURING TOWNS AND VILLAGES
Saint Vincent les Forts (8 km) and Le Lauzet Ubaye (15 km).