Aveyron · Occitanie · France · 2,949 acres (1,194 ha)
Aveyron, Occitanie 2,949 acres (1,194 ha) Reservoir Night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 468mi from Calais
About Lac de Pareloup
The 2,948-acre reservoir of Lac de Pareloup sits within the Aveyron department of Occitanie, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Lac de Pareloup holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Bream and Black Bass, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Lac de Pareloup permits night fishing — Open year-round on entire lake — making it a viable destination for longer carp sessions. Regarding boats: Petrol & Electric (Tax req). Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Lac de Pareloup is 468 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.
Department
Aveyron
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
2,949 acres (1,194 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
468 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA des Lacs du Lévézou / FDAAPPMA 12
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Lac de Pareloup holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, bream, black bass. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Lac de Pareloup covers 2,949 acres (1,194 ha) in Aveyron, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Pareloup?+
The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Bream, Black Bass.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Pareloup?+
Night fishing at Lac de Pareloup is permitted. Open year-round on entire lake.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Pareloup?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Pareloup under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Pareloup from Calais?+
Lac de Pareloup is approximately 468 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Pareloup?+
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 des Lacs du Lévézou / FDAAPPMA 12).
Fishing in Aveyron, Occitanie
Aveyron is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Occitanie departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
