The 41-acre reservoir of Retenue de Fontbonne sits within the Tarn department of Occitanie, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Retenue de Fontbonne holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream and Black Bass, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Retenue de Fontbonne operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
At 475 miles from Calais, Retenue de Fontbonne requires a longer journey from the UK, but Occitanie — a region of warm summers and excellent coarse fishing, particularly for carp and catfish — rewards the trip.
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Retenue de Fontbonne holds carp, pike, perch, tench, bream, black bass. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 81 / Fédération Pêche Tarn) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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