Indre-et-Loire · Centre-Val de Loire · France · 76 acres (31 ha)
Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire 76 acres (31 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac du Val-Joyeux
Lac du Val-Joyeux is a lowland lake in Indre-et-Loire, situated in the gentle countryside of the Centre-Val de Loire region. This peaceful water offers anglers a classic French lake fishing experience with excellent accessibility and diverse coarse fishing opportunities.
Department
Indre-et-Loire
Region
Centre-Val de Loire
Water Type
Water
Size
76 acres (31 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Indre-et-Loire
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac du Val-Joyeux
Night fishing at Lac du Val-Joyeux is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 37 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac du Val-Joyeux 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 Indre-et-Loire. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac du Val-Joyeux holds common carp, crucian carp, tench, roach, rudd, perch, pike, bream, catfish. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac du Val-Joyeux — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Indre-et-Loire. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac du Val-Joyeux covers 76 acres (31 ha) in Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac du Val-Joyeux?+
The water holds Common carp, Crucian carp, Tench, Roach, Rudd, Perch, Pike, Bream, Catfish.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac du Val-Joyeux?+
Night fishing at Lac du Val-Joyeux is subject to local rules. Dept 37 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 du Val-Joyeux?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac du Val-Joyeux 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 Val-Joyeux?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac du Val-Joyeux. 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 Val-Joyeux?+
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 Indre-et-Loire). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac du Val-Joyeux
To fish Lac du Val-Joyeux, 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 Indre-et-Loire is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
