Cantal · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 10 acres (4 ha)
Cantal, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 10 acres (4 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang de Roussillou
Étang de Roussillou is a shallow lowland pond in the Cantal department of central France, offering classic coarse fishing in a rural Auvergne setting. This peaceful étang is ideal for anglers targeting common European freshwater species in a tranquil countryside environment.
Department
Cantal
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Water
Size
10 acres (4 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Cantal
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang de Roussillou
Night fishing at Étang de Roussillou is not permitted. Dept 15 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang de Roussillou.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Roussillou 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 Cantal. 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 Étang de Roussillou — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Cantal. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang de Roussillou covers 10 acres (4 ha) in Cantal, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Roussillou?+
The water holds carp, pike, perch, roach, tench, bream, crucian carp, catfish.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Roussillou?+
Night fishing at Étang de Roussillou is not permitted. Dept 15 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 Étang de Roussillou?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Roussillou 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 Étang de Roussillou?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang de Roussillou. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Roussillou?+
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 (Fédération de Pêche Cantal). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang de Roussillou
To fish Étang de Roussillou, 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 Cantal is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
