Hainaut, Wallonia, Belgium
872 acres (353 ha) Reservoir
No night fishing
Boats allowed 122mi from Calais
About Fishing at Lac de Plate Taille
The large public reservoir of Lac de Plate Taille lies in Hainaut, Wallonia, covering 353 hectares in Wallonia. Lac de Plate Taille holds Pike, Perch, Carp, Zander, Bream, Tench and is a popular carp fishing destination.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac de Plate Taille. Plan for day sessions only. Regarding boats: Boat fishing requires Permit B (€45). Permit J (free, under 15) allows day fishing by boat only with hand lines. Each boat max 2 people. Navigation subject to the General Regulations for Navigable Waterways..
Lac de Plate Taille is 122 miles from Calais — closer than many French venues and easily reached via the Channel Tunnel.
Fishing Rules at Lac de Plate Taille
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac de Plate Taille. Anglers must leave the bank at dark.
Boats: Boat fishing requires Permit B (€45). Permit J (free, under 15) allows day fishing by boat only with hand lines. Each boat max 2 people. Navigation subject to the General Regulations for Navigable Waterways.
Permits required: Walloon Regional permit sufficient — no separate local permit required. Permit A (bank, €20) or Permit B (boat, €45). Brown trout: removal PROHIBITED — immediate no-kill mandatory.
Fishing Licence — Wallonia
Fishing in Wallonia requires a Permis de Pêche (Walloon government). Available online at peche.wallonie.be. Some venues may require additional permits — check with the local fishing authority.
Local authority: Eau d'Heure Lakes Management · www.maisondelapeche.be
Fish Species at Lac de Plate Taille
Lac de Plate Taille holds pike, perch, carp, zander, bream, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers.
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Fishing Season at Lac de Plate Taille
All year for most species. Trout: 3rd Saturday of March to 30 September.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How big is Lac de Plate Taille?+
Lac de Plate Taille covers 872 acres (353 ha) in Hainaut, Wallonia, Belgium.
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What fish can I catch at Lac de Plate Taille?+
Lac de Plate Taille holds Pike, Perch, Carp, Zander, Bream, Tench.
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Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Plate Taille?+
Night fishing at Lac de Plate Taille is not permitted. Night fishing is not permitted at Lac de Plate Taille. The lake is one of the six Walloon navigable lakes accessible with only the Regional permit (A/B). Night carp fishing requires Permit C but the Eau d'Heure management applies strict rules — verify current status with the Maison de la Pêche before any session..
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What licence do I need to fish Lac de Plate Taille?+
You need a Permis de Pêche from the Walloon government, available at peche.wallonie.be.
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How far is Lac de Plate Taille from Calais?+
Lac de Plate Taille is approximately 122 miles from Calais by road.
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Are boats allowed at Lac de Plate Taille?+
Yes — boats are permitted at Lac de Plate Taille. Boat fishing requires Permit B (€45). Permit J (free, under 15) allows day fishing by boat only with hand lines. Each boat max 2 people. Navigation subject to the General Regulations for Navigable Waterways..
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