Creuse · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 526 acres (213 ha)
Creuse, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 526 acres (213 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 333mi from Calais
About Lac de la Lavaud-Gelade
Formed by damming a river valley in Creuse, Lac de la Lavaud-Gelade is a large public reservoir covering 213 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac de la Lavaud-Gelade, so plan accordingly. No boats are permitted — this is a bank fishing venue. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 333 miles from Calais, Lac de la Lavaud-Gelade requires a longer journey from the UK, but Nouvelle-Aquitaine — a vast region stretching from the Dordogne to the Basque Country, with outstanding fishing across its many departments — rewards the trip.
Department
Creuse
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
526 acres (213 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
333 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de la Creuse
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Lac de la Lavaud-Gelade holds carp, pike, perch, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Lac de la Lavaud-Gelade covers 526 acres (213 ha) in Creuse, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de la Lavaud-Gelade?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de la Lavaud-Gelade?+
Night fishing at Lac de la Lavaud-Gelade is not permitted. Day fishing only. Verify with AAPPMA de la Creuse..
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de la Lavaud-Gelade?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de la Lavaud-Gelade under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de la Lavaud-Gelade from Calais?+
Lac de la Lavaud-Gelade is approximately 333 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de la Lavaud-Gelade?+
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 de la Creuse).
Fishing in Creuse, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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