Lot, Occitanie 81 acres (33 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac du Tolerme
Lac du Tolerme is a peaceful lowland lake situated in the Lot department of Occitanie, offering anglers a quiet retreat in the scenic French southwest. This accessible water is ideal for both leisure fishing and those seeking to target coarse fish species in a tranquil setting.
Department
Lot
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
81 acres (33 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Lot
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac du Tolerme
Night fishing at Lac du Tolerme is not permitted. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac du Tolerme 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 Lot. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac du Tolerme holds carp, pike, perch, roach, tench, bream, catfish. 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 Tolerme — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Lot. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac du Tolerme covers 81 acres (33 ha) in Lot, Occitanie, France. It is a public reservoir managed under the French AAPPMA system.
What fish can I catch at Lac du Tolerme?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Roach, Tench, Bream, Catfish. 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 du Tolerme?+
Night fishing at Lac du Tolerme is not permitted. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac du Tolerme?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac du Tolerme 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 du Tolerme?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac du Tolerme. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac du Tolerme?+
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 Lot). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac du Tolerme
To fish Lac du Tolerme, 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 Lot is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
