Vienne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 159 acres (65 ha)
Vienne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 159 acres (65 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac de Saint Cyr
Lac de Saint Cyr is a scenic lowland reservoir in the Vienne department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, offering accessible fishing in the heart of western France's pastoral countryside. This tranquil water is well-suited for anglers seeking pike, perch, and carp in a relaxed setting away from mountainous terrain.
Department
Vienne
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Water Type
Water
Size
159 acres (65 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Vienne
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac de Saint Cyr
Night fishing at Lac de Saint Cyr is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 86 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Saint Cyr 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 Vienne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Saint Cyr holds pike, perch, carp, roach, bream, tench, catfish.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac de Saint Cyr — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Vienne. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac de Saint Cyr covers 159 acres (65 ha) in Vienne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Saint Cyr?+
The water holds pike, perch, carp, roach, bream, tench, catfish.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Saint Cyr?+
Night fishing at Lac de Saint Cyr is subject to local rules. Dept 86 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 Saint Cyr?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Saint Cyr 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 Saint Cyr?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac de Saint Cyr. 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 Saint Cyr?+
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 Vienne). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac de Saint Cyr
To fish Lac de Saint Cyr, 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 Vienne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
