Gard, Occitanie 47 acres (19 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 473mi from Calais
About Fishing at Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge
Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge is a compact 19-hectare reservoir in the Gard region offering solid carp and pike fishing from the bank, with night sessions available for dedicated anglers. While far south (473 miles from Calais), it rewards the journey with intimate, manageable water that suits tactical approach fishing. You'll need an AAPPMA du Gard day ticket and should confirm current night fishing permissions directly with them before your trip.
Department
Gard
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
47 acres (19 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Unknown
From Calais
473 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA du Gard
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge
Night fishing at Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Gard's designated night carp sites are mainly river sections (Rhône, Cèze, Vidourle) plus Lac de Sautebraut (Bellegarde) and Plan d'eau n°4 de Vergèze. This lake is not among them. Source: pechegard.com/parcours-carpe-de-nuit/ Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA du Gard. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge holds carp, pike, perch, bream. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Gard. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge covers 47 acres (19 ha) in Gard, Occitanie, France. It is a public reservoir managed under the French AAPPMA system.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge?+
Night fishing at Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Gard's designated night carp sites are mainly river sections (Rhône, Cèze, Vidourle) plus Lac de Sautebraut (Bellegarde) and Plan d'eau n°4 de Vergèze. This lake is not among them. Source: pechegard.com/parcours-carpe-de-nuit/ Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge 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. Standard rules.
Are boats allowed at Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge?+
Boat use is restricted at Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge. No specific rules found.
How far is Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge from Calais?+
Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge is approximately 473 miles from Calais by road. Allow a full travel day from Calais.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge?+
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 (AAPPMA du Gard). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge
To fish Lac de Sainte-Cécile-d'Andorge, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Gard is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
