Barrage de Couesques is a large public reservoir in the Cantal department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 215 hectares (530-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Barrage de Couesques is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Primarily used for predator fishing. Small motors recommended. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 432 miles from Calais, Barrage de Couesques requires a longer journey from the UK, but Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — rewards the trip.
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Barrage de Couesques holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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2nd Category water. Carp/coarse: open all year. Pike: 25 Apr 2026–31 Jan 2027 (closed Feb–Apr). Zander/Perch/Catfish: all year. Pike season as above.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (FD 15 / EDF) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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