Carp fishing holidays France at Juvana

• Lake Size : 5.5 acres (Max of 4 anglers)
• Price : £1975
• Swims : 4 purpose built swims
• Depth : 3ft – 9ft
• Carp Stock : Large stock of mirrors to 57lb and commons to 52lb, plenty of target fish over 40lb and a good head of 30’s
• Other Fish : Large grass carp to 72lb, bighead carp to 60lb+, pike, perch and roach
• Lake Bed : Gravel, sand and clay
• Features : Beautiful tree lined lake, overhanging bushes, island, gravel bars and plateaus
• Access : Vehicle access to a foot bridge, then by foot to the island
• Bait Boats Allowed : Yes – several available for hire
• Cooking facilities : Available free of charge
• Help available : Yes, English bailiffs with many years of carp fishing experience available to help you if needed

On the island Juvana has a wooden gazebo with a table and chairs, kitchen, BBQ, UK plug sockets for charging batteries* and English TV.

The kitchen is equipped with a fridge freezer, gas cooker, sink, microwave, toaster and kettle.  We ask that you leave it clean and tidy at the end of your stay.

Please remember to bring your own:

• Fresh water for cooking and drinking
• Pots & pans and oven dishes
• Cooking utensils
• Plates, bowls, cutlery, and mugs
• Washing up brush/liquid
• Tea towels
• Charcoal & BBQ lighters and grill tools.

Off the island (a couple of minutes’ walk) there are spotless shower and toilet facilities.

Juvanzé Lakes provide each angler with an unhooking mat and weigh tripod. Just bring your own landing net (minimum 42”) and XL flotation weigh sling (minimum 130cm). Weigh slings are available to rent if needed for 8 euros a week.

Free Wifi internet access is available on the island.

* We produce our own power which is fine for charging phones and boat batteries only, so isn’t  suitable for anything high voltage. No camping fridges.

March
Early season can be very productive on Juvana. The lake’s been rested since the end of November, and with such a healthy stock of carp the action often starts sooner than many anglers expect. Early March can still feel quite wintery, but once fish begin showing, casting singles or small PVA bags to them can work really well. With the silver fish still quiet, maggots and corn can also give you a real edge early in the season.

April & May
April and May are when Juvana really starts to wake up. The fish are moving regularly, feeding well and becoming increasingly active as the water warms. The island layout really comes into its own too, allowing a group to cover a huge amount of water between them and work together to stay on the fish. The carp rarely hold up in one area for long, so the island layout allows the group to keep tabs on fish as they patrol the lake. It’s a great time of year for a social trip with plenty of action.

June – August
If you enjoy warm weather, long evenings around the BBQ and fishing with a group of mates, summer is hard to beat on Juvana. The island layout and short walks between the swims make it easy for everyone to fish together while covering plenty of water. The fish are active, and summer is a great time to have a go for one of the lake’s big grass carp.

September & October
September and October are a popular time to visit Juvana. The weather is often settled, the fish are feeding hard and catches can be excellent. It’s a great time to enjoy both the fishing and the social side of the lake, with the island layout making it easy for everyone to stay together throughout the week. If you’re planning a trip with friends, you’ll find plenty more tips in our guide to group carp fishing holidays in France.

November
November is a strong finish to the season on Juvana. The carp are often carrying some of their best weights of the year and looking in fantastic condition. With the silver fish much quieter, maggots and corn can become a real edge, and it’s well worth a look if you’re flexible on dates and want to target the lake’s biggest fish before the winter break.