A lake that is famed for its beauty has been left almost drained by a prolonged drought across Europe. Local tourist boat owners have had to lay off staff during the busy season. The lake has been left virtually deserted as water levels in the River Doubs, which feeds it, have fallen sharply following months of scant rainfall and three successive heatwaves.
Lake Brenets on Swiss-French border left almost drained by drought
UKPulse Consumer DeskA prolonged drought across Europe has left Lake Brenets, a popular tourist destination on the Swiss-French border, almost drained. Water levels in the River Doubs, which feeds the lake, have fallen sharply following months of scant rainfall and three successive heatwaves.
- Lake Brenets has been left virtually deserted due to the drought
- Water levels in the River Doubs have fallen by over 9 metres below average
- The drought is comparable to some of Switzerland's worst in 1976, 2003 and 2018
Why this matters: The drought is affecting local businesses, with boat companies struggling to stay afloat.
What this means for you: If you were planning to visit Lake Brenets, you may want to check the current water levels and tourist information before making a decision.