This intimate 12-hectare natural lake in Lot offers excellent carp and tench fishing in a peaceful Occitanie setting, with designated night carp swims along the left bank (rive gauche) for dedicated anglers seeking after-dark action. Electric boats are permitted, making exploration straightforward, and the venue holds pike and perch for variety between carping sessions. Note: You'll need a valid French fishing licence and membership with AAPPMA du Lot to fish here—arrange both before arrival, as the lake is roughly 415 miles south of Calais.
At 415 miles from Calais, Plan d'eau de Mézels requires a longer journey from the UK, but Occitanie — a region of warm summers and excellent coarse fishing, particularly for carp and catfish — rewards the trip.
Night fishing at Plan d'eau de Mézels is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Lot requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Check peche46.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: peche46.fr
Boat fishing: Boats are permitted at Plan d'eau de Mézels.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Plan d'eau de Mézels under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA du Lot. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Plan d'eau de Mézels 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 Plan d'eau de Mézels — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Lot. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Plan d'eau de Mézels, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Lot is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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