Tortue Lake

Fishing in France on the Tortue lake takes place in the larger of the two waters which is situated at the far end of the complex. It is marginally larger than the Croix lake at around 8 acres.. It consists of eight numbered swims from 8 to 15. Again the swims have been constructed to provide as comfortable fishing as is possible in accordance with the varying water levels during the year.

The swims on the central causeway between the two lakes, No’s: 8, 13 ,14 & 15 are mostly dugouts, where as the swims on the river bank are stepped and often under water in the early Spring.
The main feature on the venue is the central plateau, that has an average depth of 2-3 feet and is at castable distance from most pegs.

The far end of the venue, in front of pegs 12 & 13 is deeper averaging 9-12 feet as are the margins in front of all swims. There is a fair amount of weed on the shallower bars in the centre of the lake, with large holes that can easily be fished.

The track gives access by car to the causeway swims at all times, but is trickier on the far margin where swims are better reached on foot.

The lake has been stocked with similar quantities of fish over the years to the Croix Lake, but growth rates seem to be marginally better. The lake was once home of the famous “Hippo” who topped the scales at over 76lb. The current lake record is a mirror of 55lb. The average is excellent at over 30lb with numerous 40’s & 50’s including a fabulous two-tone common at 53lb.

One of the top attractions of the lake is its large catfish that go to well over 100lb, the average being in the 50’s. These awesome predators can offer a serious test to both angler and tackle. 

Find the other water on our complex here:

Croix Blanche Lake - 6 Acres

Anglers are requested not to arrive before 12:00 noon at the venue and to vacate the site before 10:00 the following Saturday.
Three rods per angler. Barbless hooks only. No braided mainlines
Rods must NOT be left unattended.
Large landing net obligatory – 42” minimum
Unhooking mats must be used and wetted before use. The use of antiseptic is obligatory for disinfecting hook holds.
The sacking of fish is not allowed even at night.
Anglers must cast straight out from their pegs
Particles must be cooked correctly (no Peanuts)
Bait boats are allowed.
Do not throw any litter, cigarette ends or bottle tops on the floor or in the lake
Please use the toilets provided
Fires are not allowed, but the use of a barbecue off the ground is permitted
Do not shine strong lights directly at the lake at night.
No swimming
The cutting of trees and bankside vegetation is not permitted
Please do not block the paths and tracks with cars or equipment
Swims and facilities must be left clean
Any angler disrupting the peace (loud music, shouting, or excessive use of bright lights) will be asked to leave the premises without refund
Dogs are allowed, but must be kept under control at all times. They must remain by their owner at all times.
All accompanying people are the responsibility of the angler.
The management cannot be responsible for any theft or damage to personal property caused on premises.
In the case of a disagreement between anglers please contact the owner. The decision of the owner is final.
If anglers fail to comply with these rules the owner is within his right to expel the offending person, without refund.
No refund will be given to anglers leaving the venue before the end of their session.

Advice for fishing in France can be found HERE.

GPS:
Lat 49.382339477539
Lon 3.762619972229

ADDRESS

Croix Blanche Lakes, 2 Chem. de Beaurieux, 02820 Cuiry-lès-Chaudardes, France

PHONE

0033 670 90 04 33

EMAIL

gareth@croixblanchelakes.com

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