Gard, Occitanie 6 acres (3 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 485mi from Calais
About Lac du Joncas
Lac du Joncas is a intimate natural lake in Gard, Occitanie, covering 3 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Pike, Perch and Tench.
Fishing at Lac du Joncas is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Lac du Joncas is 485 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Occitanie — a region of warm summers and excellent coarse fishing, particularly for carp and catfish — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Gard
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Lake
Size
6 acres (3 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
485 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 30 / Fédération Pêche Gard
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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 (FDAAPPMA 30 / Fédération Pêche Gard) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac du Joncas?+
Lac du Joncas covers 6 acres (3 ha) in Gard, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac du Joncas?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac du Joncas?+
Night fishing at Lac du Joncas is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac du Joncas?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac du Joncas under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac du Joncas from Calais?+
Lac du Joncas is approximately 485 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac du Joncas?+
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 (FDAAPPMA 30 / Fédération Pêche Gard).
Fishing in Gard, Occitanie
Gard is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Occitanie departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
