This substantial 158-hectare reservoir in Gascony offers excellent carp potential alongside catfish, pike and zander across varied habitats—ideal if you're seeking diversity beyond traditional French gravel pits. Night fishing is permitted in designated zones, and you can launch boats (petrol or electric) to explore deeper water; the distance from Calais (526 miles) makes it a committed southern trip, best combined with other venues. Check with FDAAPPMA 32 (Gers federation) for your required fishing licence and permissions before visiting.
Night fishing at Barrage-Réservoir de l'Astarac is authorised under Gers regulations. Night carp confirmed (Lac de l'Astarac). Season: year-round. Bank or anchored boat. Vegetable baits only. No-kill mandatory at night. Source: Guide Pêche Gers 2024 — gers-peche.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Barrage-Réservoir de l'Astarac under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 32 / Fédération Pêche Gers. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Barrage-Réservoir de l'Astarac holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream, black bass. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Barrage-Réservoir de l'Astarac — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 32 / Fédération Pêche Gers. Licences are available online before your trip.
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2nd Category water. Carp/coarse: open all year. Pike: 25 Apr 2026–31 Jan 2027 (closed Feb–Apr). Zander/Perch/Catfish: all year. Pike season as above.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (FDAAPPMA 32 / Fédération Pêche Gers) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Barrage-Réservoir de l'Astarac, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 32 / Fédération Pêche Gers is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
Night fishing is permitted at Barrage-Réservoir de l'Astarac — always check the current rules with FDAAPPMA 32 / Fédération Pêche Gers before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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