Barrage de Saint-Marc is a solid 152-hectare reservoir in Haute-Vienne offering excellent prospects for carp, catfish and pike from the bank, with night fishing permitted for dedicated session anglers. Located 348 miles south of Calais, it's part of the scenic Maulde chain and rewards those willing to explore quieter sectors away from day-trippers. Bank fishing only (float tubes allowed), so scout your swims carefully—contact AAPPMA La Maulde beforehand to confirm access sectors and current night fishing arrangements.
Barrage de Saint-Marc is 348 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.
Night fishing at Barrage de Saint-Marc is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Haute-Vienne is authorised on specific designated sites per annual arrêté. The federation manages 9 conceded plans d'eau in the department. Check federation-peche87.com for the current list of night carp sites. Source: federation-peche87.com
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Barrage de Saint-Marc. Bank fishing only. Float tubes permitted from bank.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Barrage de Saint-Marc under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA La Maulde. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Barrage de Saint-Marc holds carp, pike, perch, zander, catfish, bream. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Barrage de Saint-Marc — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA La Maulde. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Barrage de Saint-Marc, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA La Maulde is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Barrage de Saint-Marc is 348 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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