Yvelines · Île-de-France · France · 5 acres (2 ha)
Yvelines, Île-de-France 5 acres (2 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac de Villaroy
Lac de Villaroy is a peaceful lowland lake in the Yvelines department of Île-de-France, offering anglers easy access to classic French coarse fishing just west of Paris. This tranquil water is ideal for targeting various freshwater species in a scenic rural setting characteristic of the Seine valley region.
Department
Yvelines
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Water
Size
5 acres (2 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Yvelines
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac de Villaroy
Night fishing at Lac de Villaroy is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 78 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Lac de Villaroy.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Villaroy 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 Yvelines. 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 Villaroy — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Yvelines. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac de Villaroy covers 5 acres (2 ha) in Yvelines, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Villaroy?+
The water holds carp, pike, perch, roach, bream, tench, crucian carp.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Villaroy?+
Night fishing at Lac de Villaroy is subject to local rules. Dept 78 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 Villaroy?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Villaroy 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 Villaroy?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac de Villaroy. 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 Villaroy?+
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 Yvelines). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac de Villaroy
To fish Lac de Villaroy, 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 Yvelines is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
