Haute-Marne · Grand Est · France · 667 acres (270 ha)
Haute-Marne, Grand Est 667 acres (270 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 270mi from Calais
About Lac de Villegusien
Formed by damming a river valley in Haute-Marne, Lac de Villegusien is a large public reservoir covering 270 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Grand Est. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac de Villegusien, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Yes — boats permitted. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Lac de Villegusien lies 270 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Grand Est, a region bordering Germany and Luxembourg, popular with UK anglers for its proximity and excellent lake fishing.
Department
Haute-Marne
Region
Grand Est
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
667 acres (270 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
270 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Lacs Langrois
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Lac de Villegusien holds carp, pike, perch, zander, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Lac de Villegusien covers 667 acres (270 ha) in Haute-Marne, Grand Est, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Villegusien?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Villegusien?+
Night fishing at Lac de Villegusien is not permitted. Day fishing only. Confirm with AAPPMA Lacs Langrois..
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Villegusien?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Villegusien under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Villegusien from Calais?+
Lac de Villegusien is approximately 270 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Villegusien?+
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 Lacs Langrois).
Fishing in Haute-Marne, Grand Est
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