The 902-acre reservoir of Barrage du Chastang sits within the Corrèze department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Barrage du Chastang holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Bream and Black Bass, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Barrage du Chastang permits night fishing — Large wild night zones — making it a viable destination for longer carp sessions. Regarding boats: Petrol & Electric allowed. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Barrage du Chastang is 398 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.
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Barrage du Chastang holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, bream, black bass. 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 (FDAAPPMA 19 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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