Tarn-et-Garonne · Occitanie · France · 106 acres (43 ha)
Tarn-et-Garonne, Occitanie 106 acres (43 ha) Reservoir Night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 487mi from Calais
About Lac de Gensac-Lavit
Formed by damming a river valley in Tarn-et-Garonne, Lac de Gensac-Lavit is a small public reservoir covering 43 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Occitanie. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
For UK carp anglers, night fishing at Lac de Gensac-Lavit is allowed: Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA du Tarn-et-Garonne.. Regarding boats: Boats permitted. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Lac de Gensac-Lavit is 487 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Occitanie — a region of warm summers and excellent coarse fishing, particularly for carp and catfish — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Tarn-et-Garonne
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
106 acres (43 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
487 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA du Tarn-et-Garonne
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Lac de Gensac-Lavit covers 106 acres (43 ha) in Tarn-et-Garonne, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Gensac-Lavit?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Gensac-Lavit?+
Night fishing at Lac de Gensac-Lavit is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA du Tarn-et-Garonne..
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Gensac-Lavit?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Gensac-Lavit under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Gensac-Lavit from Calais?+
Lac de Gensac-Lavit is approximately 487 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Gensac-Lavit?+
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 Tarn-et-Garonne).
Fishing in Tarn-et-Garonne, Occitanie
Tarn-et-Garonne is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Occitanie departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
