Ardèche · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 30 acres (12 ha)
Ardèche, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 30 acres (12 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 438mi from Calais
About Lac de Coucouron
Lac de Coucouron is a small public reservoir in the Ardèche department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 12 hectares (30-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Trout and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Lac de Coucouron is restricted to daytime hours only. Bank fishing only at Lac de Coucouron. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 438 miles from Calais, Lac de Coucouron requires a longer journey from the UK, but Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — rewards the trip.
Department
Ardèche
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
30 acres (12 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
438 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de l'Ardèche
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Lac de Coucouron holds carp, pike, perch, trout, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Lac de Coucouron covers 30 acres (12 ha) in Ardèche, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Coucouron?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Trout, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Coucouron?+
Night fishing at Lac de Coucouron is not permitted. Day fishing only. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Ardèche..
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Coucouron?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Coucouron under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Coucouron from Calais?+
Lac de Coucouron is approximately 438 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Coucouron?+
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 de l'Ardèche).
Fishing in Ardèche, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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