Lac Cornu
Lac Cornu is a lake in the Aiguilles Rouges massif of Haute-Savoie, France. It is located at an elevation of 2276 m with a surface area of 5.4 ha.
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| Location | Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Haute-Savoie |
| Coordinates | 45°57′28″N 6°50′54″E |
| Basin countries | France |
| Max. length | 410 m (1,350 ft) |
| Max. width | 340 m (1,120 ft) |
| Surface area | 5.4 ha (13 acres) |
| Max. depth | 22 m (72 ft) |
| Residence time | 250 days |
| Surface elevation | 2,276 m (7,467 ft) |
Petit Lac Cornu is located 500 m North West, at an elevation of 2243 m. Its surface area is 4700 m².
Due to its glacial origin, the water of Lake Cornu enjoys a crystalline color
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