Lac de Golinhac is a scenic 50-hectare reservoir in the Aveyron hills offering solid carp fishing alongside catfish, pike and zander in a quieter setting than many popular French venues. Day fishing only, so plan your schedule accordingly, though electric or petrol boats (up to 6hp) are permitted for exploring this mid-sized water. Located 443 miles south of Calais near Lévézou, it suits anglers seeking a peaceful trip combining carp with the chance of other species. Note: You'll need a valid French fishing licence and membership with the local AAPPMA Lévézou-Truyère — book in advance as this is a controlled fishery.
Lac de Golinhac is 443 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.
Night fishing at Lac de Golinhac is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Aveyron requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Check pecheaveyron.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: pecheaveyron.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Golinhac under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA Lévézou-Truyère / FDAAPPMA 12. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Golinhac 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 Golinhac — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Lévézou-Truyère / FDAAPPMA 12. 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 (AAPPMA Lévézou-Truyère / FDAAPPMA 12) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac de Golinhac, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Lévézou-Truyère / FDAAPPMA 12 is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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