The 235-acre reservoir of Lac de Jouarres sits within the Aude department of Occitanie, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Lac de Jouarres holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream and Black Bass, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Lac de Jouarres permits night fishing — Specific zones / Booking required — making it a viable destination for longer carp sessions. Regarding boats: Electric motors only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Lac de Jouarres is 532 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.
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Lac de Jouarres holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream, black bass. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 Jouarres / FDAAPPMA 11) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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