Lake Genval
| Lake Genval | |
|---|---|
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| Coordinates | 50°43′44″N 04°31′10″E / 50.72889°N 4.51944°ECoordinates: 50°43′44″N 04°31′10″E / 50.72889°N 4.51944°E |
| Type | Freshwater artificial lake |
| Basin countries | Belgium |
| Max. length | 1 km |
| Max. width | 0.25 km |
| Surface area | 0.18 km² |
| Surface elevation | 55 m |
| Islands | 1 |
| Settlements | Rixensart, Overijse |
Lake Genval (Dutch: Meer van Genval, French: Lac de Genval) is a lake located in Belgium, southeast of Brussels near the Sonian Forest and the cities of Rixensart, Walloon Brabant and Overijse, Flemish Brabant. A popular vacation and holiday destination, the lake is surrounded by turn-of-the-century homes built during the Belle Époque. Situated on the lake's south is the Château du Lac, a five-star hotel, restaurant, and bar.
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