Indre-et-Loire · Centre-Val de Loire · France · 49 acres (20 ha)
Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire 49 acres (20 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 253mi from Calais
About Lac de la Bergeonnerie
Formed by damming a river valley in Indre-et-Loire, Lac de la Bergeonnerie is a small public reservoir covering 20 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Centre-Val de Loire. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac de la Bergeonnerie, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 253 miles from Calais, Lac de la Bergeonnerie is a popular destination for anglers exploring Centre-Val de Loire, a central region with excellent pike, perch and carp fishing across its river systems and lakes.
Department
Indre-et-Loire
Region
Centre-Val de Loire
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
49 acres (20 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
253 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Le Gardon Tourangeau (Tours)
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Lac de la Bergeonnerie holds carp, pike, perch, tench, bream. 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 Le Gardon Tourangeau (Tours)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac de la Bergeonnerie?+
Lac de la Bergeonnerie covers 49 acres (20 ha) in Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de la Bergeonnerie?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de la Bergeonnerie?+
Night fishing at Lac de la Bergeonnerie is not permitted. Urban lake (Tours). Day only.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de la Bergeonnerie?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de la Bergeonnerie under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de la Bergeonnerie from Calais?+
Lac de la Bergeonnerie is approximately 253 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de la Bergeonnerie?+
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 Le Gardon Tourangeau (Tours)).
Fishing in Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire
Indre-et-Loire is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Centre-Val de Loire departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
