Charente · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 297 acres (120 ha)
Charente, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 297 acres (120 ha) Reservoir Night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 350mi from Calais
About Barrage de Lavaud
The 296-acre reservoir of Barrage de Lavaud sits within the Charente department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Barrage de Lavaud holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander and Bream, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Barrage de Lavaud permits night fishing — Night carp permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de la Charente. — making it a viable destination for longer carp sessions. Regarding boats: Boats permitted. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Barrage de Lavaud is 350 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Nouvelle-Aquitaine — a vast region stretching from the Dordogne to the Basque Country, with outstanding fishing across its many departments — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Charente
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
297 acres (120 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
350 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Haute-Charente
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Barrage de Lavaud holds carp, pike, perch, zander, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Barrage de Lavaud covers 297 acres (120 ha) in Charente, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Barrage de Lavaud?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Barrage de Lavaud?+
Night fishing at Barrage de Lavaud is permitted. Night carp permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de la Charente..
Are bivvies allowed at Barrage de Lavaud?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Barrage de Lavaud under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Barrage de Lavaud from Calais?+
Barrage de Lavaud is approximately 350 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Barrage de Lavaud?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA de Haute-Charente).
Fishing in Charente, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Charente is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Nouvelle-Aquitaine departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
