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This intimate 25-hectare natural lake in Auvergne offers excellent night carp fishing alongside pike and zander, making it a rewarding destination for UK anglers seeking a quieter French venue away from the crowds. Located 366 miles south of Calais, the lake permits electric boats and has good facilities managed by the local AAPPMA. Note: Night fishing requires confirmation with AAPPMA de Cournon-d'Auvergne before your trip, and you'll need a valid French fishing licence or daily permit.
At 366 miles from Calais, Plan d'eau de Cournon requires a longer journey from the UK, but Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — rewards the trip.
Night fishing at Plan d'eau de Cournon is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Puy-de-Dôme night carp is only authorised on specific designated venues. Check the current list at peche63.com/carpe-de-nuit before fishing at night. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Plan d'eau de Cournon under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Puy-de-Dôme departmental card.
Managed by AAPPMA de Cournon-d'Auvergne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
Plan d'eau de Cournon holds carp, pike, perch, zander, bream. 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 Plan d'eau de Cournon — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Cournon-d'Auvergne. Licences are available online before your trip.
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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 Plan d'eau de Cournon, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Cournon-d'Auvergne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Plan d'eau de Cournon is 366 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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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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