The Pièce d’eau des Suisses is a man-made lake located in the gardens of the Palace of Versailles. It was created by André Le Nôtre, who was commissioned to design the grounds of Versailles by King Louis XIV in 1668. The lake is approximately 7 hectares (17 acres) and features two islands connected by a bridge. The lake’s water supply comes from nearby springs, which are also used to irrigate other parts of the garden. This particular feature has become one of the most iconic elements of Versailles and is visited by millions each year.