According to the French pond price observatory by ma-propriete.fr, which analyses DVF transactions recorded from July 2020 to December 2025, pond sales in the Cantal are too few in 2025 (0 transaction) to publish a reliable departmental price – 0 sale over the whole period. The properties sold show a median area of 2.0 ha. At regional level, the median price of a hectare of pond in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes reaches €19 818/ha in 2025, up about 63% on 2021. The national median stands at €25 235/ha.
| Median pond price in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (€/ha) | 2020* | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DVF median | 13 877 | 12 173 | 22 619 | 17 361 | 15 847 | 19 818 |
* 2020: second half only.
| Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes – key figures 2025 | Value |
|---|---|
| Median price 2025 | €19 818/ha |
| Average price 2025 | €26 160/ha |
| Price range 2025 (P10–P90) | €10 821 – €41 833/ha |
| Median area 2025 | 2.0 ha |
| Number of sales 2025 | 16 |
The Cantal department, nestled in the heart of the Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes region, offers a wide variety of ponds ranging from small fishing lakes to large bodies of water. The Cantal is home to several hundred ponds and lakes spread across its entire territory, including the famous Lake Saint-Étienne-Cantalès with its 562 hectares. These ponds come in the form of enclosed waters, where the management of aquatic environments is simplified, and open waters, fostering a rich biodiversity. Accessible for a variety of activities such as recreational fishing (where carp, trout and pike thrive in particular), fish farming or even the creation of second homes, the ponds of the Cantal appeal to nature lovers. Each pond intended for fish breeding or simply for leisure nevertheless requires regular upkeep and the checks essential to an optimal ecological balance. Owners must also comply with the specific regulations regarding acquisition, declaration and authorisation depending on the surface areas concerned (for example from 1,000 m² of water surface subject to declaration or authorisation under the water law). Whether for a pond adorned with water lilies or a body of water in the heart of nature, the Cantal invites you to discover its exceptional aquatic heritage.
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In addition to connecting sellers and buyers, ma-propriete.fr provides various features designed to enrich the user experience. Visitors can in particular create personalised alerts free of charge in order to be immediately informed as soon as a new pond listing matching their expectations is published. Moreover, our platform includes a section of blog articles dealing with key aspects concerning the purchase, sale or even the ecological and technical management of ponds, thus offering practical and reliable advice to future owners. Thanks to our service connecting users directly with a network of experienced professionals in the rural property market, every individual can benefit from tailor-made support and advice to make their project a success. Whether you wish to invest in a family fishing pond or develop a natural aquatic space, ma-propriete.fr will provide you with useful and personalised support. To find out more, we advise you to visit our section on creating alerts.
