Lac du Bouchet is a scenic 44-hectare natural lake in the Lozère mountains, offering excellent carp fishing alongside catfish, pike and zander in a pristine protected setting. Day-only fishing means you'll work the banks during daylight hours—ideal for exploring different swims and reading the water across this relatively compact venue. At 427 miles from Calais, it's a serious road trip, but worth considering as part of a broader southern France itinerary; you'll need an AAPPMA Lozère day ticket or annual licence before fishing.
Night fishing at Lac du Bouchet is not permitted. Night carp is not authorised in Lozère. The department is dominated by salmonid and mountain waters. No 2nd category night carp parcours confirmed. Verify with lozerepeche.com. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Lac du Bouchet.
Bivouac & overnight camping is not permitted at Lac du Bouchet. Nature reserve — night fishing not authorised.
Required permits & cards: Verify local access rules.
Managed by AAPPMA Lozère / FDAAPPMA 48. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac du Bouchet holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream, black bass. 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 du Bouchet — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Lozère / FDAAPPMA 48. Licences are available online before your trip.
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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 Lozère / FDAAPPMA 48) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac du Bouchet, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Lozère / FDAAPPMA 48 is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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