Welcome to Etang de Planchon, a friendly carp fishing destination within the Haute Vienne region of France, near the lovely market town of Chateauponsac which has bars, restaurants and shops.

This beautiful four acre lake is set in a ten acre estate and is a secluded and secure venue which caters for a maximum of five anglers per week, licensed for day and night fishing where no permits are required.

This is the perfect destination for first timers to France, novice or well seasoned anglers. You can be assured of a very warm and friendly welcome at a venue with superb facilities and great fishing.

The venue also includes a fully contained two bedroom Gite overlooking the lake, which can be hired and is ideal for anglers bringing their family, friends and partners.

"Come along and share this fantastic fishing experience"

Lake
The lake surrounding is mainly laid to lawn with an area of woodland and has stunning views through the valley.The Lake is fed by two streams and two natural springs which provide good water levels all year round. It has the classification of a fish farm due to the very high water quality and optimum temperatures encouraging incredible growth rates.

Please note that the lake is opening for its first season in March 2011 and bookings are being taken now. The Lake will be stocked with 152 " Never been caught before " Carp !

Fishing is permitted day and night, maximum limit of 5 anglers with 3 rods each. The stocking levels are sensibly set with 2 tonnes of carp (152 carp comprising of mirrors and commons, ranging from 22lb to 50+) giving each angler an average of 0.4 tonne of carp (30 carp) per swim.

The lake will also be stocked with approximately 40 pike, although the largest stocked is 2Kg they will soon grow to be a sizeable catch.The lake's average depth is 5 foot and will have a few small islands set down the middle and lilly pads dotted around, all producing features to cast to.The lake has 5 spacious swims in total, 2 of which have been designed as double swims. Bait boats are allowed on the lake and can be hired on site.

Facilities
There is a dedicated anglers comfort and refreshment area which is open 24/7 where you will find tea and coffee making facilities, a fridge-freezer to store your supplies and a sink. There are power sockets with English extension leads for charging your mobile phones or camera batteries.

For those not wanting to "bivvy up", or if you choose to bring your partner or family, there is the option of staying in the luxurious fully furnished two bedroom Gite over looking the lake, which has its own private entrance and is available for an extra charge. For more photos of the lake, facilities and the gite Click here

Prices & Packages
Whether you want a hassle free holiday by going for the "All inclusive" package where you will be picked up from Limoges airport, the tackle will be set up ready for you and all meals will be cooked for you or if you want to bring your own fishing equipment, the choice is yours.

Maximum number of anglers allowed on the lake is 5, with 3 rods each. We can accommodate 6 anglers however this will restrict the number of rods for a few of the anglers.
Take a look at the prices and packages that Etang de Planchon are offering you will be amazed at the choice available Click Here

Fish stock
The lake will initially be stocked with 152 carp that have never been caught and they will be eagerly waiting for you to come and catch them.
*2 x 50lb + *2 x 41lb - 43lb *4 x 39lb - 41lb *4 x 37lb - 39lb * 5 x 35lb - 37lb
*15 x 30lb - 35lb *70 x 26lb - 30lb *50 x 22lb - 26lb