Haute-Vienne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 27 acres (11 ha)
Haute-Vienne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 27 acres (11 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Plan d'eau Châteauneuf-la-forêt
Plan d'eau Châteauneuf-la-forêt is a lowland lake situated in the gentle countryside of Haute-Vienne in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, offering anglers accessible fishing in a peaceful rural setting. This tranquil water is well-suited for both leisure anglers and those seeking consistent catches in a classic French lowland environment.
Department
Haute-Vienne
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Water Type
Water
Size
27 acres (11 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
AAPPMA de Châteauneuf-la-Forêt
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Plan d'eau Châteauneuf-la-forêt
Night fishing at Plan d'eau Châteauneuf-la-forêt is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 87 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Plan d'eau Châteauneuf-la-forêt under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by AAPPMA de Châteauneuf-la-Forêt. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Plan d'eau Châteauneuf-la-forêt — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Châteauneuf-la-Forêt. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Plan d'eau Châteauneuf-la-forêt covers 27 acres (11 ha) in Haute-Vienne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Plan d'eau Châteauneuf-la-forêt?+
The water holds carp, pike, perch, roach, tench, bream, catfish.
Is night fishing allowed at Plan d'eau Châteauneuf-la-forêt?+
Night fishing at Plan d'eau Châteauneuf-la-forêt is subject to local rules. Dept 87 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Plan d'eau Châteauneuf-la-forêt?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Plan d'eau Châteauneuf-la-forêt under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Plan d'eau Châteauneuf-la-forêt?+
Boats are not permitted at Plan d'eau Châteauneuf-la-forêt. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Plan d'eau Châteauneuf-la-forêt?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA de Châteauneuf-la-Forêt). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Plan d'eau Châteauneuf-la-forêt
To fish Plan d'eau Châteauneuf-la-forêt, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Châteauneuf-la-Forêt is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
