Lac du Verney

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Lac du Verney (French pronunciation: [lak dy vɛʁnɛ]) is an artificial reservoir in the department of Isère, in the Rhône-Alpes of France. It serves as the lower reservoir for the Grand'Maison Dam pumped-storage scheme. Neighbouring lakeside communities include Oz and Allemond. Since 2006 it has hosted the opening swim of the Alpe d'Huez Triathlon.

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