Does anyone have any contact details for fishing guides for the River Lot in the Villeneuve Sur Lot area ?
In reply to Post #1
Why use a guide
Have a proper adventure and fish it off your own back , fish count for more then .
Why use a guide
Have a proper adventure and fish it off your own back , fish count for more then .
In reply to Post #2
didnt you ask about building something on your property there in original question?
didnt you ask about building something on your property there in original question?
In reply to Post #3
Fished VsL especially the town centre on numerous occasions- no guide required.
Fished VsL especially the town centre on numerous occasions- no guide required.
In reply to Post #3
I did but realised i had asked a similar question 2 years ago when we bought the property so have referred back to the original replies, sorry for the confusion.
I did but realised i had asked a similar question 2 years ago when we bought the property so have referred back to the original replies, sorry for the confusion.
In reply to Post #2
Bearing in mind i haven't fished for 30 plus years and have never fished a river before i was looking for some help on rigs and tackle etc so thought this would be the best start getting advice from an expert !
Bearing in mind i haven't fished for 30 plus years and have never fished a river before i was looking for some help on rigs and tackle etc so thought this would be the best start getting advice from an expert !
There's a few videos on YouTube Steve briggs done one last year fishing at River lot paradise, worth a watch
In reply to Post #1
I will give you one to be getting on with.
Go to Cassenuil and fish by the picnic bench on the right of the pedalo hire and beach as you look at the water or on the opposite bank below the houses.
I will give you one to be getting on with.
Go to Cassenuil and fish by the picnic bench on the right of the pedalo hire and beach as you look at the water or on the opposite bank below the houses.
In reply to Post #8
Thanks for that, our property is literally 500 metre's up river from there, the problem i have is how to fish it and with what tackle and rigs etc.
As suggested it may be worth some trial and error.
Thanks for that, our property is literally 500 metre's up river from there, the problem i have is how to fish it and with what tackle and rigs etc.
As suggested it may be worth some trial and error.
Like I said have a look on youtube
In reply to Post #9
I would recommend just using strong tackle and simple rigs with big leads,a boat will come in handy for placing rigs
bait wise any boilies or tiger nuts and maize will be fine
the steve briggs video on youtube has a bit on the rigs he was using and shows you bits and bobs to get you started as suggested by some one above
I would recommend just using strong tackle and simple rigs with big leads,a boat will come in handy for placing rigs
bait wise any boilies or tiger nuts and maize will be fine
the steve briggs video on youtube has a bit on the rigs he was using and shows you bits and bobs to get you started as suggested by some one above
In reply to Post #1
No contact details unfortunately, but have done 6 or 7 trips myself over the past few years.
Incredibley strong gear - i use 40lb braided mainline down to a 60lb fluro catfish leader to deal with snags.
Basic lead clip with 8oz grippers depending on flow might need more.
Simple, long hair rigs, size 1 or 2 hooks, as big a hookbait as possible - i like 2x24mm boilies with a high vis topper - this might or might not keep the bream/chub at bay.
Edit: Id say a boat is a neccesity - i think id have lost every fish if i didnt have a boat - they are the best fighting fish you will come across.
No contact details unfortunately, but have done 6 or 7 trips myself over the past few years.
Incredibley strong gear - i use 40lb braided mainline down to a 60lb fluro catfish leader to deal with snags.
Basic lead clip with 8oz grippers depending on flow might need more.
Simple, long hair rigs, size 1 or 2 hooks, as big a hookbait as possible - i like 2x24mm boilies with a high vis topper - this might or might not keep the bream/chub at bay.
Edit: Id say a boat is a neccesity - i think id have lost every fish if i didnt have a boat - they are the best fighting fish you will come across.
In reply to Post #9
Is your property the Villeneuve side of the bridge?
Someone has bought a house there and has refurbished it, there is/was a small boat moored just below this particular house and I saw a guy playing a carp from there last year. We drove around and there was a Frech family in residence with a couple of bivvies by the side of the river. The fish was a mid twenty from what I can remember.
On talking to them it transpired that they had bought the house as it's on the river bank and they are keen carp anglers. Looked as if they had done a lot of work on the house because we went to view it nearly 2 years ago and it was in a right mess! Could be worth introducing yourself to them, I'm sure they would assist their "neighbour".
Tight Lines.
Is your property the Villeneuve side of the bridge?
Someone has bought a house there and has refurbished it, there is/was a small boat moored just below this particular house and I saw a guy playing a carp from there last year. We drove around and there was a Frech family in residence with a couple of bivvies by the side of the river. The fish was a mid twenty from what I can remember.
On talking to them it transpired that they had bought the house as it's on the river bank and they are keen carp anglers. Looked as if they had done a lot of work on the house because we went to view it nearly 2 years ago and it was in a right mess! Could be worth introducing yourself to them, I'm sure they would assist their "neighbour".
Tight Lines.
In reply to Post #11
Thanks for the info Jamie, i have an RIB boat so ok for placing rigs etc
Thanks for the info Jamie, i have an RIB boat so ok for placing rigs etc
In reply to Post #12
Thanks Will, point taken with the strong gear and rig set ups
Hoping to spend a bit more time over there this year so I think as suggested i will give it a try and see how i get on.
Thanks Will, point taken with the strong gear and rig set ups
Hoping to spend a bit more time over there this year so I think as suggested i will give it a try and see how i get on.
In reply to Post #13
Thanks Richard, our property is on the other side of the bridge approx 500 metres up from the the canoe hire on the opposite side.
Been busy doing the property up the last 2 years but hopefully should see the end of it around June and im coming out for 5 weeks or so July/August so will get some fishing in then.
Im there next month so will have a run down in the boat under the bridge and see who's about.
Thanks Richard, our property is on the other side of the bridge approx 500 metres up from the the canoe hire on the opposite side.
Been busy doing the property up the last 2 years but hopefully should see the end of it around June and im coming out for 5 weeks or so July/August so will get some fishing in then.
Im there next month so will have a run down in the boat under the bridge and see who's about.
In reply to Post #16
I'm there in Sep if ya fancy a beer
I'm there in Sep if ya fancy a beer
In reply to Post #17
Should be at some point, as im stopping for all of August it will probably be late September, have you any dates sorted ?
Should be at some point, as im stopping for all of August it will probably be late September, have you any dates sorted ?
In reply to Post #18
Just found this post and have been researching for a possible future trip to this area of the lot.
All I really want to know is how do you stand on access to the river ? I have google mapped onto many tasty spots where it looks like a track just goes down to the river and there are openings you could fish from, providing you have a carte du peche is this ok assuming its not private land ?
Just found this post and have been researching for a possible future trip to this area of the lot.
All I really want to know is how do you stand on access to the river ? I have google mapped onto many tasty spots where it looks like a track just goes down to the river and there are openings you could fish from, providing you have a carte du peche is this ok assuming its not private land ?
In reply to Post #19
You can go down any track in France ,unless it is chained with private /prive , and obviously keeping the track clear for the farmer , having said that , having a nice looking track doesn't mean you will have much swim choice , so the ability to travel the river by boat with your tackle is a must to find more swims .
You can go down any track in France ,unless it is chained with private /prive , and obviously keeping the track clear for the farmer , having said that , having a nice looking track doesn't mean you will have much swim choice , so the ability to travel the river by boat with your tackle is a must to find more swims .
In reply to Post #19
The most respecful thing to do would be to get in contact with the local Marie on the places you intend to fish and find out who owns the land. If it's public, great. If it's private seek the land owners permission first before setting foot on there.
Please don't go wandering around willy nilly as British carp anglers already have a bad reputation in France. Don't make life harder for future anglers and always try to be as courteous and as considerate as possible.
I know it may sound silly, but every time you bivvy up in foreign lands, you are in a small way representing British carp anglers and the way in which you conduct yourself without a doubt has an influence on how the locals perceive all others from that nation after you.
If you do get caught with your pants down somewhere you shouldn't be just be warned that the guard de pêche (water bailiffs) are armed and they can and WILL confiscate all your gear and drag you out in front of a French court.
Essentially just play it safe mate and get in touch with the local Marie. They are usually very helpful and are pro tourism. They've even made an effort to communicate back to me in English when I've tried to ask them about access to local fishing spots.
The most respecful thing to do would be to get in contact with the local Marie on the places you intend to fish and find out who owns the land. If it's public, great. If it's private seek the land owners permission first before setting foot on there.
Please don't go wandering around willy nilly as British carp anglers already have a bad reputation in France. Don't make life harder for future anglers and always try to be as courteous and as considerate as possible.
I know it may sound silly, but every time you bivvy up in foreign lands, you are in a small way representing British carp anglers and the way in which you conduct yourself without a doubt has an influence on how the locals perceive all others from that nation after you.
If you do get caught with your pants down somewhere you shouldn't be just be warned that the guard de pêche (water bailiffs) are armed and they can and WILL confiscate all your gear and drag you out in front of a French court.
Essentially just play it safe mate and get in touch with the local Marie. They are usually very helpful and are pro tourism. They've even made an effort to communicate back to me in English when I've tried to ask them about access to local fishing spots.
In reply to Post #1
Jim Lightfoot has recently added several videos to YouTube
Certainly worth a watch.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5sKS-U5AMs
Jim Lightfoot has recently added several videos to YouTube
Certainly worth a watch.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5sKS-U5AMs
In reply to Post #21
What are you on about ? if there's a night zone on a river , then it's public , or public agreement with the landowner , France has a right to roam law , unless the land is sign posted prive , there's also the very old towpath law (look it up )
You do not have to contact the local Marie , unless it's a water run by the village/town , and you have to buy a ticket from the Marie's office , all this you will find out when researching the federation rules ,
Obviously as a visiting angler to another country , your behaviour should always be respectful , be polite , keep your swim clean etc oh and don't fall out with the predator anglers 😂
No need for the over the top scare mongering .
What are you on about ? if there's a night zone on a river , then it's public , or public agreement with the landowner , France has a right to roam law , unless the land is sign posted prive , there's also the very old towpath law (look it up )
You do not have to contact the local Marie , unless it's a water run by the village/town , and you have to buy a ticket from the Marie's office , all this you will find out when researching the federation rules ,
Obviously as a visiting angler to another country , your behaviour should always be respectful , be polite , keep your swim clean etc oh and don't fall out with the predator anglers 😂
No need for the over the top scare mongering .
In reply to Post #23
Thanks everyone for your comments, much what I suspected.
I have fished france for over 20 year inc public venues so well versed to keeping the locals on side and being as respectful as possible.
I have seen Jim's videos and have given me plenty of info so far just didnt want to make the long journey without establishing a few things first, the rest I can find out for myself ( best way )
I have always worried about leaving my van while fishing away from it in France ? Although probably no worse than in the UK these days
Thanks everyone for your comments, much what I suspected.
I have fished france for over 20 year inc public venues so well versed to keeping the locals on side and being as respectful as possible.
I have seen Jim's videos and have given me plenty of info so far just didnt want to make the long journey without establishing a few things first, the rest I can find out for myself ( best way )
I have always worried about leaving my van while fishing away from it in France ? Although probably no worse than in the UK these days
In reply to Post #24
Never had a problem with my vehicle , no as bad as this country , unless your in the suburbs of a large town /city , then you need to be a bit careful , just don't block anyone and you'll be fine , I've not been to the lot for a few years now , but it's a cracking river , if a bit over publicized now 🙄 good luck and watch out for the occasional flash level increases .
Never had a problem with my vehicle , no as bad as this country , unless your in the suburbs of a large town /city , then you need to be a bit careful , just don't block anyone and you'll be fine , I've not been to the lot for a few years now , but it's a cracking river , if a bit over publicized now 🙄 good luck and watch out for the occasional flash level increases .
In reply to Post #24
Plenty of night sectors on the Lot now. Bit of something for everyone. Fast flowing sections, large barrages forming large lakes, locks and weirs etc.
Haven't fished it for a fair few years as it became a little to popular. I used to live near Estaing so the Lot was my local.
Plenty of night sectors on the Lot now. Bit of something for everyone. Fast flowing sections, large barrages forming large lakes, locks and weirs etc.
Haven't fished it for a fair few years as it became a little to popular. I used to live near Estaing so the Lot was my local.
In reply to Post #25
Agreed on the flash level increases.
It's when whole trees start flowing down the river when things get rather ‘real'!
Agreed on the flash level increases.
It's when whole trees start flowing down the river when things get rather ‘real'!
Fédération de Pêche du Lot is sharing a COVID-19 Update.
2 hrs
✅ Fishing allowed from May 11
It will be possible to practice all fishing techniques on all rivers of the department (rivers and streams of 1st and 2th cat). Please note that the fishing place should not be located more than 100 km from your home.
🛑 With regard to water bodies, government instructions ask the prefects to ban access to these sites. In order for access to these sites to be allowed to fishing, the town hall concerned must obtain a prefecture-level derogation. As of this Thursday, the federation sent a mail to the prefect and all the town hall owners of a water plan asking to allow fishing activity as soon as possible. We will not fail to communicate the returns of the city hall.
⚠️ In the meantime, before fishing on a water plan, we invite all our members to check out with the services of the city hall concerned to find out if fishing is allowed.
In addition, the federation of the Lot's fishing invites all its members to carefully respect the barriers to the of-19 pandemic and the government's instructions.
🛥 We remind you that boating and crossing locks on the Lot River should not work until June 26 Without the use of locks and in accordance with the regulations in force, fishing on a boat will be allowed from May 11
The the federation fishing team wishes you a great fishing season and thank you for your patience and support 👍
2 hrs
✅ Fishing allowed from May 11
It will be possible to practice all fishing techniques on all rivers of the department (rivers and streams of 1st and 2th cat). Please note that the fishing place should not be located more than 100 km from your home.
🛑 With regard to water bodies, government instructions ask the prefects to ban access to these sites. In order for access to these sites to be allowed to fishing, the town hall concerned must obtain a prefecture-level derogation. As of this Thursday, the federation sent a mail to the prefect and all the town hall owners of a water plan asking to allow fishing activity as soon as possible. We will not fail to communicate the returns of the city hall.
⚠️ In the meantime, before fishing on a water plan, we invite all our members to check out with the services of the city hall concerned to find out if fishing is allowed.
In addition, the federation of the Lot's fishing invites all its members to carefully respect the barriers to the of-19 pandemic and the government's instructions.
🛥 We remind you that boating and crossing locks on the Lot River should not work until June 26 Without the use of locks and in accordance with the regulations in force, fishing on a boat will be allowed from May 11
The the federation fishing team wishes you a great fishing season and thank you for your patience and support 👍
In reply to Post #28
That's good news!
For those a bit uncertain a WATER PLAN = un plan d'eau = A municipal public lake. Can be large or small but they are usually sign posted in the nearby villages and towns.
That's good news!
For those a bit uncertain a WATER PLAN = un plan d'eau = A municipal public lake. Can be large or small but they are usually sign posted in the nearby villages and towns.
In reply to Post #29
Just had an email from federation peche, Haute Vienne ( 87 ) fishing allowed from Monday but not Lac du vassivière and lac de st pardoux, also the plan d'eau at Bessines sur gartempe the mayor refuses to open the lake, everywhere else open, fishing on Monday then,
Just had an email from federation peche, Haute Vienne ( 87 ) fishing allowed from Monday but not Lac du vassivière and lac de st pardoux, also the plan d'eau at Bessines sur gartempe the mayor refuses to open the lake, everywhere else open, fishing on Monday then,
In reply to Post #30
Main reason for those lakes remaining closed is due to large numbers of swimmers, BBQ parties and beach goers. Especially the plan d'eau at Bessines. A favourite for the youths to gather and drink of an evening.
Main reason for those lakes remaining closed is due to large numbers of swimmers, BBQ parties and beach goers. Especially the plan d'eau at Bessines. A favourite for the youths to gather and drink of an evening.
In reply to Post #31
Hi guys,
Can someone point me in the right direction of a map some of the night zones for the lot around the area discussed below,,? Cheers Colin
Hi guys,
Can someone point me in the right direction of a map some of the night zones for the lot around the area discussed below,,? Cheers Colin
In reply to Post #32
Cahors
Cahors
In reply to Post #34
Thanks mate, the section I'm interested in is not on that map its about an hour west
Thanks mate, the section I'm interested in is not on that map its about an hour west
In reply to Post #35
there are some nice pegs around Saint-Cirq-Lapopie , i have spent so much time looking for pegs along the Lot
there are some nice pegs around Saint-Cirq-Lapopie , i have spent so much time looking for pegs along the Lot
In reply to Post #36
Thanks mate, have found the map now
Thanks mate, have found the map now
In reply to Post #37
, fantastic River , breathtaking scenery , if you do go to Saint Cirque lapopie , there is a crackin little takeaway that does brilliant pizzas at the camp site , i got mugged by a huge catfish last time i was there , nicked half my line , i had no chance without a boat !
, fantastic River , breathtaking scenery , if you do go to Saint Cirque lapopie , there is a crackin little takeaway that does brilliant pizzas at the camp site , i got mugged by a huge catfish last time i was there , nicked half my line , i had no chance without a boat !
In reply to Post #38
Its looks amazing and I fancy a bit of piece and quiet and some exploring ! If my trip in July bombs out and restrictions get lifted I might head down in September/ October
Its looks amazing and I fancy a bit of piece and quiet and some exploring ! If my trip in July bombs out and restrictions get lifted I might head down in September/ October
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