The Lot | Carp fishing on the river Lot. Unique boat fishing in France

Boat fishing on the lower weirs of the river Lot

The river Lot is 488 kilometers long and rises in the Massif Central. The river is a unique location for a boat fishing holiday in France! Especially carp! Each stretch has its own charm. Deep shafts, high rock faces alternating with rolling hills and many weirs connected by locks and barrages that make it a real adventure!

The lower weirs of the Lot have a very diverse character. You can literally go in all directions. For example, there are also large fields of water hyacinths. On the edge of these fields you can fish perfectly and you can hear a lot of activity of the underwater life at night. Through the large barrages you can go down for another 12 km of wild river. This stretch is also a bit similar as the higher weirs!

Countless beautiful fish have come out of it! Every year countless fish are caught of over 20 kg with a few 25 kg heavy weight carps. On this weir section are also the various picturesque villages where you can get fresh bread and do your shopping when you moved to the next spot!

Boat fishing on the higher weirs of the Lot river - exclusively at Lot Experience

The higher stretches of the river Lot also offers a picturesque view of medieval mountain villages and vineyards, interspersed with rugged cliffs that make you feel like you are in the wilderness. Every corner of the river is a magic opening to search for more carp and adventure.

We’ll link up with you and your fishing buddy at the higher weirs – the perfect starting point for your river boat adventure in France. Before you even hit the water, we’ll hook you up with the latest on conditions, where to stock up, and the inside tips for that week. Safe parking spots are sorted in different villages, so meeting up is easy. Out here, the carp are wild and heavy – twenties are a regular thing, alongside a mix of proper river fish that keep the buzz going. From our boats on the higher weirs, it’s all about raw river fishing at its best.

Current and water temperature

Because the Lot is a rain river, precipitation strongly affects water temperature and current strength. Add in hydroelectric dams and deep reservoirs in the Massif Central, and the river’s flow can change daily. When dams open due to high water or electricity demand, currents intensify – adding another layer of challenge to your carp fishing adventure.

Despite these shifting conditions, carp remain active throughout the year, making every season a chance for action. Curious about underwater obstacles, currents, or where to fish? We’ve got the answers and tips to help you make the most of your boat fishing trip on the River Lot.

The different weirs of the Lot

The weir sections of the River Lot couldn’t be more diverse. Higher weirs are smaller, clearer, and shallower, often with stone bottoms and some soft sediment patches. These spots tend to grow more weed, the current is stronger, and water temperature fluctuates more – making them a real test for anglers. Lower weirs are larger, with bigger carp populations, slower currents, and fishable almost all year round. Each stretch has its own character, offering varied challenges and endless opportunities. The best part? Every weir has the potential for a “river monster” carp, giving every session an adrenaline kick.

Can’t get enough? Check out these links where Wouter shares his epic sessions on the Lot – insights, tactics, and real river action straight from the boats. Discover more and plan your River Lot adventure now.