This intimate 19-hectare reservoir in the Auvergne highlands offers classic French bank fishing for carp, tench and bream in a peaceful mountain setting, roughly 360 miles south-east of Calais. Daylight-only fishing means you'll need to plan shorter sessions, but the undisturbed habitat suits thoughtful anglers targeting quality over quantity. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA membership for the Puy-de-Dôme federation (FD 63) — contact them ahead to confirm current access and any seasonal restrictions.
Plan d'Eau des Couleyras is 359 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — the fishing is well worth it.
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau des Couleyras is not permitted. Part of the Dore river system. Daylight only Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Plan d'Eau des Couleyras.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Plan d'Eau des Couleyras under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FD 63 (Fédération de Pêche du Puy-de-Dôme). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Plan d'Eau des Couleyras holds carp, pike, perch, tench, 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 des Couleyras — you will also need to be affiliated with FD 63 (Fédération de Pêche du Puy-de-Dôme). 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 (FD 63 (Fédération de Pêche du Puy-de-Dôme)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Plan d'Eau des Couleyras, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FD 63 (Fédération de Pêche du Puy-de-Dôme) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Plan d'Eau des Couleyras is 359 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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