Lac du Barrage des Galens is a small public reservoir in the Cantal department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 34 hectares (84-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Night fishing is permitted at Lac du Barrage des Galens — Note: Aveyron. Night fishing authorised on the whole pond. Regarding boats: Float tubes allowed, but full-sized boats are restricted.
At 437 miles from Calais, Lac du Barrage des Galens 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.
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Lac du Barrage des Galens holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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2nd Category water. Carp/coarse: open all year. Pike: 25 Apr 2026–31 Jan 2027 (closed Feb–Apr). Zander/Perch/Catfish: all year. Pike season as above.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA du Pays de Saint-Flour) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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