Gard, Occitanie 187 acres (76 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Clos des Siffleurs
Clos des Siffleurs is a lowland lake in the Gard department of Occitanie, offering anglers accessible fishing in the sun-blessed landscapes of southern France. This peaceful water provides good opportunities for both coarse and predatory fish species in a warm Mediterranean-influenced climate.
Department
Gard
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Water
Size
187 acres (76 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Gard
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Clos des Siffleurs
Night fishing at Clos des Siffleurs is not permitted. Dept 30 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Clos des Siffleurs under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Gard. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Clos des Siffleurs holds carp, pike, perch, roach, tench, bream, catfish, zander. 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 Clos des Siffleurs — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Gard. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Clos des Siffleurs covers 187 acres (76 ha) in Gard, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Clos des Siffleurs?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Roach, Tench, Bream, Catfish, Zander. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at Clos des Siffleurs?+
Night fishing at Clos des Siffleurs is not permitted. Dept 30 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Clos des Siffleurs?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Clos des Siffleurs under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Clos des Siffleurs?+
Boats are not permitted at Clos des Siffleurs. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Clos des Siffleurs?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Fédération de Pêche Gard). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Clos des Siffleurs
To fish Clos des Siffleurs, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Gard is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
