Fishing at Lac du Der We explain everything

A must for fishing in the Marne, Lac du Der is also one of the biggest fishing spots in the Haute-Marne. Whether you’re fishing from the shore, in a boat or float-tube, solo, with friends or family, many anglers appreciate Lac du Der not only for its vastness, but also for the large population of fish that inhabit the lake. Great catches await you!

Fishing, a popular activity

Fishing is one of the most popular activities around Lac du Der. In fact, the area authorized for fishing is close to 3,500 hectares! Lac du Der is renowned for its carnivore and carp fishing, but not only that…

Fishing is possible almost all year round on the lake, thanks to its water levels, which allow you to enjoy this relaxing or sporty pastime, depending on the fish you’re after. Every year, the level of the reservoir lake undergoes a “tide” of more than 10 meters: the “marnage”.

In this section, you’ll find out everything you need to know about this leisure activity, the regulations in force on the lake and rivers in the area, where to buy your tackle, meet the fishing guides and find out what species of fish are present.

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Fishing at Lac du Derin figures

+ More than 15fish species

+ More than 3000people on the lake

+ more than 44 kmof shoreline authorized for fishing

+ More than 3500 haarea authorized for this leisure activity

Throughout the Marne and Haute-Marne departments, fishing represents over 45 species of fish, more than 23,000 licensees and some 82 fishing associations.

Lake and river fish

In the fish-filled waters of Lac du Der, fishing can be as much a sporting experience, full of challenge, as a moment of relaxation and pure pleasure. Carnivorous fish and oversized carp can give you a hard time! In rivers, but also in ponds and other canals, beautiful trophies await you. The region’s waterways are also populated by small fish (gudgeon, bleak, minnow, etc.). This fry is ideal for introducing youngsters to spearfishing and sharing this pastime with the whole family.

Carnivorous fish

Carp, star of the lake

Catfish

White fish

A fishing guide

The partners of the Lac du Der Tourist Office can help you with your fishing! Whether you want to meet a fishing guide, hire a boat, buy or repair your equipment, or find out about fishing regulations.

Everything you need to know about fishing in the region

How do I get my fishing licence? Where are the best places to fish? Find out more about our recommendations for fishing that respects fish and the environment, our technical advice to improve your practice and the fishing rules in force on the lake and in the rivers.

Regulations and technical advice

Fishing tackle

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