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Top 5 places to fish for carnassial fish

With its thousands of kilometers of streams, rivers and lakes, Haute-Vienne in Limousin offers you, the freshwater fishing enthusiast, numerous places to practice your favorite activity. But…among all these places, there are spots that stand out from the rest because of their natural beauty or the variety of fish available. In this article, we’ve listed our top 5 best spots for carnivore fishing in breathtaking surroundings.
A quick of a view

1. Lac de Vassivière

Naturally essential

The Lac de Vassivière, set in a wild green setting, is a guaranteed change of scenery. With its 1,000 hectares of water and 45 km of shoreline, it is one of the largest man-made lakes in France. Immerse yourself in a world, a veritable bubble of serenity, with timeless landscapes in a multi-faceted setting. Whether you’re an amateur or an experienced angler, you’re in paradise here! Armed with your fishing licence, set off for an unforgettable experience.

Here’s all the information you need to prepare your fishing trip to Lac de Vassivière!

Come and discover predator fishing on the lake in the heart of the Limousin. The lake boasts an impressive predator population and offers numerous fishing spots where you can learn or improve your skills: wild islands, a sublime setting, multiple spots – you’re undoubtedly in the kingdom of predators. All the conditions are there to optimize your fishing session, whatever your technique.

The fishing regulations in force on the lake are those for 2nd category fish. Fishing is open from January 1st to December 31th.

Family fishing trip? A certified “Family” fishing trail awaits you at Nergout!

2. Lac de Saint-Pardoux

Discovering a playful and generous nature

Lac de Saint-Pardoux, a major tourist attraction in the Haute-Vienne region, is a favorite spot for anglers. In fact, it’s home to a population that’s not visible to the naked eye… So take the opportunity to do a spot of fishing!

A 330-hectare lake, 50 hectares of which are exclusively devoted to fishing, to satisfy all your desires and pleasures!

An ideal place for carnivore fishing, the lake is also home to other fish populations that might interest you.

Our 3 favourite spots:

L’anse de Puyperier, renowned for pike-perch and black-bass.
Anse de Fréaudour and Anse de Villebert, renowned for pike.

The lake is classified as a 2nd category lake and is open all year round for fishing. Please note: to fish on the lake, you need a Club Halieutique sticker and a fishing licence. Please note: you can also fish on private ponds.

3. La Vienne - From Limoges to Saint-Junien

Famous fish-filled crossing

The Vienne, a waterway renowned for its abundance of fish, offers several kilometers of fine runs for predator fishing. Pike-perch and pike-perch are the most sought-after catches, but it’s not uncommon to come up against some fine black-bass in certain sectors.

Let’s go, we’re taking you with us on this journey from Limoges to Saint-Junien. We hope you’ve got your hook and net ready?

Fishing for pike in the 2nd piscicultural category opens on Saturday April 29th, 2023 and closes on January 28th, 2024. Pike-perch lovers will be able to fish on June 3rd, and black-bass on July 1st, 2023.

With a total length of over 2,000 km, the Vienne’s tributaries are as numerous as they are varied. All are ideal for fishing, thanks to the quality of their waters and the presence of numerous species of fish.

Whatever your expectations and desires, you’re sure to find the right conditions for your favorite sport.

A naturally pleasant and attractive destination.

4. The Maulde dam

Fishermen's favourite playground

The Maulde, a small, magnificent, unspoilt river in a natural setting much appreciated by nature lovers, is a real playground for anglers.

Our favorite:

The Lac de barrage de Saint-Hélène in Bujaleuf, a 56-hectare lake classified as 2nd category for pisciculture, is a paradise for carnivore fishing: pike-perch, pike-perch, perch and black-bass are not in short supply!

A large part of the riverbank is accessible, with numerous jetties and fishing pontoons. Fishing competitions are regularly held along the lake’s shores.

Family fishing trip? A certified “Family” fishing trail awaits you!

The dam’s other lakes :

Lac de Barrage du Mont Larron – Lac de Barrage du Martineix – Lac de Barrage de Fleix – Lac de Barrage de Langleret – Lac de Barrage de Villejoubert – Lac de Barrage de l’Artige

5. Taurion dam

Attracts by its beauty and calm

The beauty and calm of the Taurion, a French river, attracts a multitude of anglers.

Our favorite :

The Lac de barrage de Saint-Marc (Pont du Dognon), a body of water classified as 2nd category for fish, with a surface area of 130 ha, is a paradise for carnivore anglers.

Situated in the commune of St Laurent les Églises in a wild, unspoilt natural setting, its relief alternates between wild, wooded gorges, flat, quieter areas and vast peaty zones on the Millevaches plateau.

It’s a popular spot with nature lovers and anglers alike, offering great fishing opportunities in a magnificent environment. It boasts a wide variety of carnivorous fish (pike, zander, perch) and white fish (roach, rotengle, tench, bream).

The Pont du Dognon, with its three arches resting on three piers, was built in 1929 to replace a 19th-century stone bridge. It is the most famous bowstring in Limousin, making it a dream spot for fishing enthusiasts.

Other dam lakes : Chauvan dam lake