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Site récréotouristique du lac Croche
MontpellierA stocked lake 14 km from Montpellier with a wood-heated shelter. Better yet, trout fishing stays open in winter here, December 20 to March 31.
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Lac Blais
A stone's throw from Lac Croche and known for its wind. Unlike Croche, it closes to fishing on December 20.
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- Fishing zone
- 10
- Municipalities
- Montpellier and Lac-Simon
- Winter
- Closed December 20 to March 31 (no ice fishing)
- Lake trout
- 1 per day, 45 cm or longer
- Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
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Meute Tanwen, traîneaux à chiens
MontpellierA small family outfit where you drive your own team. Night rides and overnight trips in the woods if you're up for it.
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Lac Mulet
MontpellierLinked to Lac Croche by trail. Unusual for the area, trout stays open here through the winter.
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Plage municipale de Lac-Simon
Lac-SimonThe village beach, with three lifeguards from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and free parking. The self-serve kayaks and boards are booked from your phone.
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Horizon sur le Lac
Lac-SimonFour-bedroom cottage sleeping 17, a short walk from Lac Simon. Hot tub, pets welcome.
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Domaine Forêt d'eau
Lac-SimonTwo-storey log chalet for a big crowd, up to 16 people, with a hot tub.
Events in Montpellier
Outdoors
Kids' Ice Fishing Day at Lac Croche
MontpellierA Saturday in February, from 8 a.m. · 2027 dates to be announcedAn ice-fishing morning to get kids hooked, run by Montpellier with Chénéville and Lac-Simon. Free permits for ages 6 to 17, a free hot-dog…
Sports
Equestrian Skills Games
MontpellierEarly September · 2027 dates to be announcedA day of horseback skill challenges, second edition in 2026. Riders can arrive the day before and camp on site, with stalls for rent.
Festival
Montpellier Medieval Festival
MontpellierLast weekend of September · 2027 dates to be announcedJousting, knight fights, a Viking camp, a forge, a craft market, a banquet and fire shows at dusk. The 2026 theme was Caravans & Street…