Essonne · Île-de-France · France · 15 acres (6 ha)
Essonne, Île-de-France 15 acres (6 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac de l'X
Lac de l'X is a lowland lake in the Essonne department of Île-de-France, offering convenient access for anglers near the Paris region. This peaceful water provides good opportunities for coarse fishing in a pastoral setting characteristic of central France's gentle countryside.
Department
Essonne
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Water
Size
15 acres (6 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Essonne
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac de l'X
Night fishing at Lac de l'X is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 91 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Lac de l'X.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de l'X under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Essonne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac de l'X — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Essonne. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac de l'X covers 15 acres (6 ha) in Essonne, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de l'X?+
The water holds carp, pike, perch, roach, tench, bream, catfish.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de l'X?+
Night fishing at Lac de l'X is subject to local rules. Dept 91 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de l'X?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de l'X under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Lac de l'X?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac de l'X. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de l'X?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Fédération de Pêche Essonne). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac de l'X
To fish Lac de l'X, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Essonne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
