The lake itself
Natural, spring-fed, peaceful.
Getting the right spot for your carp fishing holiday in France is important — and at Lac de Lumière you won't be disappointed. The Lac de Lumière (Lake of Light) is a natural limestone spring-fed lake of around 5 acres, set in the peaceful French countryside of the Loire Valley wine region.
The lake has several swims and areas to fish with depths averaging from 2 to 6 metres, and spacious double swims made for anglers' needs and comfort — easily accommodating 3 to 4 anglers on their French carp fishing holiday.
Facilities on site
Cabin at the lake, lodge nearby.
The carp lake holds a stock of around 200 fish up to 60lb, a mix of Common, Mirror and grass carp.
A lakeside cabin houses a kitchen with gas oven/hob, fridge/freezer, all cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery, BBQ, table and 4 chairs. UK sockets and USB charging for phones, bait boats and small electrical items, plus an outdoor seating area that overlooks the lake.
The main lodge is around 5 minutes from the lake, sleeps 4, and has a fully functioning kitchen, dining area, shower and toilet.
Lac de Lumière offers seclusion and privacy for 3 to 4 anglers looking for a quieter pace — and the chance to land some stunning French carp.
Swim 1
A double swim.
A large single swim which easily accommodates a double bivvy with room to spare, and a lot of water in front of you.
Swim 2
A double swim.
A large single swim that easily accommodates a double bivvy and covers a lot of water in front of you — and if no one is in Swim 1 you have half the lake to yourself.
Swim 3
A double swim.
A large double swim that can accommodate 2 anglers if required. Used to be the old island but now has access to a lot of water.
Swim 4
A single swim.
A large single swim with access to the far margins and to the shallow part of the lake.
Bird's Eye View
The lake from above.
Satellite view of Lac de Lumière and its surrounding woodland — showing the bays, swims and the gentle shape of the water.
Lake Topography
Depths at a glance.
Depth contour map of the lake — averages between 2 and 6 metres, with variation across the bays and margins that gives each swim a different character.