Rules and more Information

Lac de Villedon Rules

Very strict rules have been established at Villedon. Please respect these rules for the wellbeing of not only yourself, but everyone. The lake owner reserves the right to remove you from his property when any of the rules below are violated, without refund of money paid.

Arrival time: 1:00 PM

Departure time: 10:00 AM

Night fishing allowed.

Maximum 4 rods per angler.

Braided mainline not allowed.

Leadcore and leaders not allowed. Use of anti-tangle tube is mandatory to avoid damaging the fish.

Only rigs that guarantee fish safety are allowed. Ensure the lead can be released without obstacles or knots.

Only barbless or microbarb hooks, size 4 or smaller.

Predator fishing is not allowed.

Tube markers are allowed (can be rented). "H"-markers with rope or line are not allowed.

Use of antiseptic is mandatory with every catch.

Use of boats is at your own risk. Wearing a life jacket is mandatory every time you use the boat.

Waders are not allowed in the boat.

You are not allowed to bring your own oars.

One boat is provided for individual and double swims. For 3-person swims, 2 boats are provided.

All seeds, regardless of whether they are bought or prepared at home, are strictly prohibited.

Keeping fish in keepnets is not allowed. This is grounds for immediate removal from the lake.

Each angler receives a free Proline Extreme Protection unhooking mat. Therefore, it is not necessary to bring your own mat.

PVC weigh slings with handles are mandatory and must be large enough and of good quality so the carp can be handled correctly. One weigh sling per angler is mandatory.

Keep your swim clean and use the trash bins for garbage and cigarette butts.

Use of barbecues and open fires is not allowed.

The swims are not intended as toilets, but if you have no other option, make sure everything stays clean and remove used paper.

Pets are allowed: maximum 2 in the apartment and 1 in the cabin or at the swims. Dogs must be leashed at all times and their waste must be cleaned up by the owner.

At reception, payment can be made with cash and debit/credit card.

All guests who do not follow the rules will be removed without any compensation. Lake management reserves the right to check your rigs, bait and equipment.

General rules

Motorhomes and caravans are not allowed on the property.

Maintenance may take place around the water and possibly at the swims to keep the location tidy.

Unacceptable behavior or excessive drug use leads to removal from the property.

Respect your surroundings and other anglers: avoid unnecessary noise from radios and so on.

Visitors who are not part of the registered persons are not allowed.

Children under 15 years old may not fish without supervision.

Use of garbage bags is mandatory.

Do not leave any waste behind, including cigarette butts and old fishing lines. Everything must go in the garbage bag. Use the available toilet for your needs (bring your own toilet paper).

After using the facilities, you are kindly but urgently requested to leave everything clean.

Swimming is prohibited.

Fire on the ground is prohibited.

Damaging trees and plants is strictly prohibited.

Free-roaming animals must be left alone.

Persons who cause damage to property may be held liable for this.

The caught fish remains property of the location and must be treated with utmost care — DO NOT KILL.

Respect the nature around you.

At all waters where Angling Escapes is involved, you are required to bring a first aid/carp care kit and treat the carp with it.

Neither the manager, the owner nor Angling Escapes are liable for loss and/or theft of property, accidents and/or personal injury. Both the manager/owner of the water and Angling Escapes are not responsible for damage or loss of your possessions.

Important: make sure you have taken out travel and cancellation insurance.

If the above rules are not followed, the owner can require you to leave the property at any time, without any refund.