Difficult to resist the temptation of a swim, even when it is not allowed. At the lake of Pierre-Percéethe 3rd largest in Lorraine with its three hectares of area, several people risk defying the ban and taking a dip.
“It’s especially for the little ones, to cool off a bit“, explains Mickaël, who came from Nancy with his wife and two daughters. exceptional weather and the heat wave justify ignoring the rules. “And then we don’t go very far, we always stay close to the children, as they don’t know how to swim very well“, he adds.
– Louis GILLES
Many people are aware and still go swimming
A little further on, at the Lac Haut de Pierre-Percée canoe rental stand, manager Harmonie draws a similar conclusion: “There are many people who do not know, but also many people who know about it and who still go for a swim.“
The young woman even admits to sometimes breaking the rule: “I’m from the area, and I’ve already gone swimming in the lake, yes. Are we afraid? Not really, no…“
– Louis GILLES
A possible fine of 38 euros
Apart from the lack of supervision, it is also the risk of controls that could keep bathers away. Indeed, the fine in case of unauthorized bathing can go up to 38 euros.