Lac de Guéry is a small, scenic high-altitude reservoir in the Auvergne mountains offering bank fishing only for trout, pike and perch — not a carp destination, but worth knowing if you're combining trips in the region. At 26 hectares and roughly 371 miles from Calais, it's positioned for anglers exploring beyond the classic carp waters. Night fishing is prohibited as a Category 1 fishery, so plan daytime sessions; contact FD 63 (Fédération de Pêche du Puy-de-Dôme) for a day ticket and confirm AAPPMA membership requirements.
Night fishing at Lac de Guéry is not permitted. 1st category (High altitude). No night fishing Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Lac de Guéry.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Guéry under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FD 63 (Fédération de Pêche du Puy-de-Dôme). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Guéry holds brown trout, rainbow trout, perch, pike. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac de Guéry — you will also need to be affiliated with FD 63 (Fédération de Pêche du Puy-de-Dôme). Licences are available online before your trip.
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: approx. Apr–Sep (mountain lake – confirm local dates). No night fishing. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (FD 63 (Fédération de Pêche du Puy-de-Dôme)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac de Guéry, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FD 63 (Fédération de Pêche du Puy-de-Dôme) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Lac de Guéry is 371 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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