Lake Goillet
Artificial lake of the Pennine Alps
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Lake Goillet (Italian: Lago Goillet, French: Lac Goillet) is an artificial mountain lake of the Pennine Alps, located close to the Breuil-Cervinia ski resort in Valtournenche, Aosta Valley, Italy.
| Lake Goillet | |
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The lake with the Matterhorn in the background | |
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| Location | Valtournenche, Aosta Valley, Italy |
| Coordinates | 45°55′45″N 7°39′54″E |
| Catchment area | 6.3 km2 (2.4 sq mi) |
| Basin countries | Italy |
| Surface elevation | 2,516 m (8,255 ft) |
| Location | |
 Interactive map of Lake Goillet | |
History
The lake was formed through the construction of a dam with the purpose of creating hydroelectric energy. The dam was built thanks to the small railway that ran from above Les Perrères directly to the lake. The railway was later decommissioned, and only the tracks remain as evidence of its existence. The lake is also used for artificial snowmaking on the ski slopes.
Description
The lake has a water surface area of 0.48 km²[1] and is located at an altitude of 2,516 m (8,255 ft) above sea level. Its waters feed the Marmore river.
The lake can be accessed from Plan Maison.
