Cantal · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 7 acres (3 ha)
Cantal, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 7 acres (3 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac des Genevrières
Lac des Genevrières is a scenic lowland lake in the Cantal department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, offering a peaceful fishing experience in the heart of central France. This modest water body provides good opportunities for anglers targeting common freshwater species in a quiet, accessible setting.
Department
Cantal
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Water
Size
7 acres (3 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Cantal
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac des Genevrières
Night fishing at Lac des Genevrières is not permitted. Dept 15 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Lac des Genevrières.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac des Genevrières 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 Cantal. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac des Genevrières holds brown trout, rainbow trout, pike, perch, roach, carp, tench. 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 des Genevrières — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Cantal. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac des Genevrières covers 7 acres (3 ha) in Cantal, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac des Genevrières?+
The water holds Brown trout, Rainbow trout, Pike, Perch, Roach, Carp, Tench. 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 des Genevrières?+
Night fishing at Lac des Genevrières is not permitted. Dept 15 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 des Genevrières?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac des Genevrières 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 des Genevrières?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac des Genevrières. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac des Genevrières?+
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 Cantal). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac des Genevrières
To fish Lac des Genevrières, 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 Cantal is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
