Cantal · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 445 acres (180 ha)
Cantal, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 445 acres (180 ha) Reservoir Night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 404mi from Calais
About Lac d'Enchanet
Formed by damming a river valley in Cantal, Lac d'Enchanet is a medium-sized public reservoir covering 180 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
For UK carp anglers, night fishing at Lac d'Enchanet is allowed: Night carp permitted on designated sectors. Confirm with AAPPMA du Cantal.. Regarding boats: Boats permitted. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Lac d'Enchanet is 404 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
Cantal
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
445 acres (180 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
404 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA du Cantal
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Lac d'Enchanet 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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Lac d'Enchanet covers 445 acres (180 ha) in Cantal, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac d'Enchanet?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac d'Enchanet?+
Night fishing at Lac d'Enchanet is permitted. Night carp permitted on designated sectors. Confirm with AAPPMA du Cantal..
Are bivvies allowed at Lac d'Enchanet?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac d'Enchanet under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac d'Enchanet from Calais?+
Lac d'Enchanet is approximately 404 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac d'Enchanet?+
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 du Cantal).
Fishing in Cantal, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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