Gard, Occitanie 37 acres (15 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 503mi from Calais
About Plan d'eau de Charpentier
One of Occitanie's natural lakes, Plan d'eau de Charpentier in Gard covers 15 hectares and is open to coarse fishing under French public fishing regulations. Plan d'eau de Charpentier holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Bream, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Plan d'eau de Charpentier permits night fishing — Night carp permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA du Gard. — making it a viable destination for longer carp sessions. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Plan d'eau de Charpentier is 503 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
37 acres (15 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
503 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA du Gard
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Plan d'eau de Charpentier holds carp, pike, perch, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Plan d'eau de Charpentier covers 37 acres (15 ha) in Gard, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Plan d'eau de Charpentier?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Plan d'eau de Charpentier?+
Night fishing at Plan d'eau de Charpentier is permitted. Night carp permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA du Gard..
Are bivvies allowed at Plan d'eau de Charpentier?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Plan d'eau de Charpentier under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Plan d'eau de Charpentier from Calais?+
Plan d'eau de Charpentier is approximately 503 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Plan d'eau de Charpentier?+
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 (AAPPMA du Gard).
Fishing in Gard, Occitanie
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