Cantal · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 62 acres (25 ha)
Cantal, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 62 acres (25 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 386mi from Calais
About Lac de l'Esclauze
Lac de l'Esclauze is a small public reservoir in the Cantal department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 25 hectares (62-acre) of open water. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Lac de l'Esclauze is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 386 miles from Calais, Lac de l'Esclauze 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
Cantal
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
62 acres (25 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
386 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA du Pays de Saint-Flour
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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 du Pays de Saint-Flour) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac de l'Esclauze?+
Lac de l'Esclauze covers 62 acres (25 ha) in Cantal, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de l'Esclauze?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de l'Esclauze?+
Night fishing at Lac de l'Esclauze is not permitted. High altitude lake. Public fishing, but no night sessions authorised.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de l'Esclauze?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de l'Esclauze under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de l'Esclauze from Calais?+
Lac de l'Esclauze is approximately 386 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de l'Esclauze?+
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 Pays de Saint-Flour).
Fishing in Cantal, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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