Étang du Prévot is a modest 31-hectare Corrèze reservoir offering solid mixed fishing with carp, catfish, pike and zander in a peaceful Aquitaine setting—perfect if you want to escape the crowded commercial venues. Bank fishing only and daytime-only rules keep things quiet, though the 391-mile trek from Calais means it's best combined with a longer French trip. You'll need an AAPPMA permit from the local federation; contact FDAAPPMA 19 to confirm current rates and access points before travelling.
Night fishing at Étang du Prévot is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Corrèze's 13 designated night carp venues (2nd Sat March–31 Dec) are specific named reservoirs — this lake is not among them. Source: peche19.fr/ou-pecher/les-parcours-specifiques/les-parcours-carpe-de-nuit/ Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boats are permitted at Étang du Prévot. Boats permitted. Trolling forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang du Prévot under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 19 / AAPPMA locale. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang du Prévot holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream, black bass. 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 Étang du Prévot — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 19 / AAPPMA locale. Licences are available online before your trip.
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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.
To fish Étang du Prévot, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 19 / AAPPMA locale is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang du Prévot is 391 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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