This vast 969-hectare reservoir in Corrèze is a serious destination for UK carp anglers seeking scale and variety, with productive populations of carp, catfish, pike and bream across its sprawling waters. Night fishing is permitted in designated zones, giving you flexibility for extended sessions, though expect a lengthy 380-mile drive from Calais. Boats (both petrol and electric) are allowed, opening up exploration of quieter margins and deeper features—essential for a venue of this size.
Practical note: Secure your AAPPMA day ticket from the local fishing association before setting up; this is a managed water requiring proper affiliation.
Night fishing at Retenue de Bort les Orgues is authorised under Corrèze regulations. Night carp confirmed on three specific bank sections. Season: 2nd Saturday of March to 31 December. Vegetable baits/boilies only. Immediate release — no keep-sack at night. Carpe >60cm: no live transport at any time. Authorised zones: (1) From Baie du Château de Val to the Siauve nautical base (ARP Cantal sector). (2) Anse du Dognon — from upstream of parcel 63 section OA to downstream of parcel 23 section AN. (3) Arpiat (ARP Puy-de-Dôme) — from the confluence with the Burance to the boat launch. All other sections: night fishing not authorised. Source: peche19.fr/ou-pecher/les-parcours-specifiques/les-parcours-carpe-de-nuit/
Boat fishing: Boats are permitted at Retenue de Bort les Orgues. Boats permitted. Water skiing and motorboating authorised on the lake. Speed limits apply in certain sectors. Nautical bases at Val/Lanobre and Bort-les-Orgues offer boat hire. No specific motor power restriction found. Dawn fishing sessions available by reservation at Val beach.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Retenue de Bort les Orgues under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. Standard French bivouac law applies on public banks. The lake is EDF-managed — no specific bivouac prohibition found. Fires subject to local fire risk regulations.
Required permits & cards: Corrèze departmental fishing card (primary regulations). Puy-de-Dôme card required for the small section under that department. Standard reciprocity accepted on the Corrèze portion.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 19 / AAPPMA locale. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Retenue de Bort les Orgues holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, bream, black bass. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers — fish to 15kg have been recorded. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
Carp present (local reports)
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Retenue de Bort les Orgues — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 19 / AAPPMA locale. 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 (FDAAPPMA 19 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Retenue de Bort les Orgues, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 19 / AAPPMA locale is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Retenue de Bort les Orgues is 380 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Retenue de Bort les Orgues — always check the current rules with FDAAPPMA 19 / AAPPMA locale before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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