Carp fishing holidays at Lake Juvanzé

• Lake Size : 5 acres (Max of 5 anglers)
• Price : £1975
• Swims : 4 comfortable swims including 2 that can be used as doubles
• Depth : 2ft – 6ft
• Carp Stock : Large stock of mirrors and commons to 63lb, several 50lb+ carp, lots of 40s and many 30s
• Other Fish : Grass carp to 50lb, pike, perch, roach and tench. During the warmer months, nuisance fish (mainly poisson chat) become active and so we allow the use of tiger nuts and plastic boilies as hook baits. Those that take our advice have very few or no issues with nuisance fish and catch lots of carp.
• Lake Bed : Gravel, sand, silt and clay
• Features : Beautiful tree lined lake, overhanging bushes, gravel bars, plateaus, weed patches and lily pads
• Access : Track all round the fishery
• 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

There’s a social cabin between the 4 swims which has a picnic bench, kettle, drinks fridge, electricity for charging batteries and English TV. Free Wifi internet access is available at the cabin.

At the top of the lake there’s a kitchen, sheltered seating area with a table and chairs and a BBQ, spotless shower and toilet facilities and UK plug sockets for charging batteries*.

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.

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.

* 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
March is usually a great month to fish Juvanzé. The lake’s been rested since the end of November, and the carp are usually very catchable. Early March can still feel quite wintery, but once you find them they’re usually active and feeding from the off. There’s also something special about being the first angler to land a fish after the winter break, especially when they’re carrying those darker winter colours and looking absolutely pristine. With a healthy stock of carp, bites often come quicker than many anglers expect at that time of year.

April & May
April and May are prime months for consistent action. Because Juvanzé is a relatively shallow lake, the water temperature reacts quickly to the spring sun, getting the fish moving and feeding hard much earlier than on deeper venues. With plenty of carp on the move in large groups, it’s one of the most reliable times of year for big hits. The milder weather also makes it ideal for a social trip where you can expect plenty of action.

June – August
If you enjoy warm weather and long evenings around the BBQ, this is your time of year. The fish are active, regularly showing themselves and generally not too difficult to catch. It’s easy to see why summer remains popular with groups of mates. The fishing is often good, the weather is warm and the social side of the lake really comes into its own, with the social layout keeping everyone together to enjoy the atmosphere that makes Juvanzé so popular.

September & October
September and October are traditionally some of the most popular weeks of the year. The weather is often settled, the fish are feeding hard and catches can be exceptional. It’s a popular time for groups looking for numbers and consistent action, which is why many of our regulars book these dates well in advance. Big hits are always possible and it’s a period that consistently produces some of the lake’s best results.

November
November is one of the most underrated months of the year. Between October and November it’s common to see fish put on several pounds as they get on the munch ahead of winter. By November they’re often carrying some of their best weights of the year and looking absolutely incredible. For anglers prepared to wrap up a little warmer, November can produce some excellent results. If you’re thinking about an early or late-season trip, we’ve put together a guide to carp fishing in France in March and November.