This intimate 10-hectare natural lake in Gard offers quality carp fishing from the bank, with night sessions permitted—ideal if you're seeking a quieter, less pressured alternative to busier French venues. The mixed fishery also holds pike and bream, giving you variety during slower periods, and the southern Occitanie location puts you within striking distance of other regional spots. You'll need to purchase your AAPPMA du Gard licence and confirm current night-fishing conditions with the local association before your trip.
Plan d'eau de Vallabrègues is 509 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 Plan d'eau de Vallabrègues is authorised under Gard regulations. Night carp confirmed on designated postes (indicated by AAPPMA/Fédération). Year-round. Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. Source: pechegard.com/parcours-carpe-de-nuit/
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Plan d'eau de Vallabrègues under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA du Gard. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Plan d'eau de Vallabrègues holds carp, pike, perch, 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 Vallabrègues — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Gard. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Plan d'eau de Vallabrègues, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Gard is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
Night fishing is permitted at Plan d'eau de Vallabrègues — always check the current rules with AAPPMA du Gard before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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