Plan d'eau du Merlival is a lowland lake situated in the Lot department of Occitanie, offering anglers a scenic setting in France's south-central region. This peaceful water provides good opportunities for both coarse and pike fishing in a gently rolling countryside landscape.
Night fishing at Plan d'eau du Merlival is not permitted. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Plan d'eau du Merlival.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Plan d'eau du Merlival 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 Fédération de Pêche Lot. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Plan d'eau du Merlival holds pike, perch, roach, bream, tench, carp, catfish. 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 du Merlival — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Lot. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Plan d'eau du Merlival, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Lot is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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