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Lac Vert is an intimate 7-hectare natural lake in Gironde offering genuine French charm for UK carp anglers seeking a quieter alternative to busier venues—pristine bank fishing with carp, pike, perch and tench in a peaceful setting, though you'll need to plan around day-fishing-only restrictions. Located 444 miles south of Calais, it rewards patient anglers with uncrowded swims and classic lakeside atmosphere. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and membership with FDAAPPMA 33 or the local AAPPMA to fish here.
At 444 miles from Calais, Lac Vert requires a longer journey from the UK, but Nouvelle-Aquitaine — a vast region stretching from the Dordogne to the Basque Country, with outstanding fishing across its many departments — rewards the trip.
Night fishing at Lac Vert is not permitted. Night carp NOT permitted on Lac Vert (Léognan). The AAPPMA rules explicitly state 'la pêche de nuit est totalement interdite' on this lake. Source: eaubourde.peche33.com/reglementation/reglementation-generale/ Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac Vert under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 33 / AAPPMA locale. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
Lac Vert holds carp, pike, perch, 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 Vert — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 33 / AAPPMA locale. 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 (FDAAPPMA 33 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
France is the closest mainland European fishing destination for UK anglers. The Channel Tunnel (Folkestone–Calais, ~35 min) is the fastest crossing, while P&O Ferries (Dover–Calais, ~90 min) offer good value for heavy kit. Most northern French venues are within 2–4 hours of Calais; southern venues require a full day of driving.
A Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence) is required for all freshwater fishing. Buy online at cartedepeche.fr before you travel. Annual, weekly and daily options are available and include your AAPPMA affiliation for the selected department.
To fish Lac Vert, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 33 / AAPPMA locale is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
Gironde is home to numerous public fishing venues. Browse all venues in Gironde or explore all of Nouvelle-Aquitaine.
France offers outstanding fishing year-round. The main coarse close season applies to some rivers (typically January–March for certain species), but still-water carp fishing on private and AAPPMA-managed lakes is available throughout the year. Spring (March–June) is the classic French carp season, with fish actively feeding and moving into shallow margins. Summer nights (June–August) are ideal for big-fish sessions on the large public reservoirs and rivers. Autumn (September–November) is particularly productive on the Auvergne and Languedoc lakes as temperatures drop. The Loire and Saône river systems produce excellent catfish sport from June through September, while the Dordogne and its tributaries fish well for chub, barbel and trout from spring through autumn.
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