Lac Geignes is a compact 25-hectare natural lake in Occitanie offering excellent night carp fishing across the whole water (outside designated reserves), making it ideal for dedicated carpers seeking undisturbed sessions. The intimate size and mix of carp, pike, bream and tench means you'll fish exclusively from the bank in a quieter setting away from summer crowds. You'll need a Tarn AAPPMA licence and should confirm current reserve locations before your trip—located 506 miles south of Calais.
Lac Geignes is 506 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.
Night fishing at Lac Geignes is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Tarn's designated night carp plans d'eau are: La Borde-basse, Lac du Lézert, La Piscine and Le Camping (Dourgne), Les Roques and Lac de Técou (Gaillac), and river sections. Check pechetarn.fr/reglementation-activite-de-peche-tarn-81.php for the full current list. Source: pechetarn.fr Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Lac Geignes.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac Geignes under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA du Tarn. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac Geignes holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench. 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 Geignes — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Tarn. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Lac Geignes, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Tarn is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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