Dordogne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 9 acres (4 ha)
Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 9 acres (4 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac de Pombonne
Lac de Pombonne is a lowland lake situated in the Dordogne region of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, offering anglers a peaceful setting in southwestern France's gentle countryside. This accessible water is ideal for targeting common coarse fish species in a relaxed, scenic environment.
Department
Dordogne
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Water Type
Water
Size
9 acres (4 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Dordogne
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac de Pombonne
Night fishing at Lac de Pombonne is not permitted. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Lac de Pombonne.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Pombonne 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 Dordogne. 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 Pombonne — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Dordogne. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac de Pombonne covers 9 acres (4 ha) in Dordogne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Pombonne?+
The water holds carp, pike, perch, roach, bream, tench, catfish.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Pombonne?+
Night fishing at Lac de Pombonne is not permitted. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Pombonne?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Pombonne 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 Pombonne?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac de Pombonne. 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 Pombonne?+
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 Dordogne). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac de Pombonne
To fish Lac de Pombonne, 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 Dordogne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
