Lac de Bournazel is a compact 32-hectare reservoir in Corrèze offering solid carp and catfish prospects alongside pike, zander and tench — perfect for a mixed-species break from dedicated carp venues. Day-fishing only and bank-access only, it's an intimate spot roughly 385 miles from Calais, best suited to anglers wanting diversity over trophy hunting. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA membership (contact FDAAPPMA 19 locally) before casting.
Night fishing at Lac de Bournazel 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 Lac de Bournazel. Boats permitted. Trolling forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Bournazel 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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Lac de Bournazel 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 Lac de Bournazel — 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 Lac de Bournazel, 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. Lac de Bournazel is 385 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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