Puy-de-Dôme · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 815 acres (330 ha)
Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 815 acres (330 ha) Reservoir Night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 347mi from Calais
About Lac des Fades-Besserve
Formed by damming a river valley in Puy-de-Dôme, Lac des Fades-Besserve is a large public reservoir covering 330 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Catfish and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
For UK carp anglers, night fishing at Lac des Fades-Besserve is allowed: Night carp fishing permitted in designated sectors. Confirm with AAPPMA du Puy-de-Dôme.. Regarding boats: Boats permitted. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 347 miles from Calais, Lac des Fades-Besserve requires a longer journey from the UK, but Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — rewards the trip.
Department
Puy-de-Dôme
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
815 acres (330 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
347 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA du Puy-de-Dôme
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Lac des Fades-Besserve holds carp, pike, perch, zander, catfish, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Lac des Fades-Besserve covers 815 acres (330 ha) in Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac des Fades-Besserve?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Catfish, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac des Fades-Besserve?+
Night fishing at Lac des Fades-Besserve is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted in designated sectors. Confirm with AAPPMA du Puy-de-Dôme..
Are bivvies allowed at Lac des Fades-Besserve?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac des Fades-Besserve under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac des Fades-Besserve from Calais?+
Lac des Fades-Besserve is approximately 347 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac des Fades-Besserve?+
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 du Puy-de-Dôme).
Fishing in Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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