Gard, Occitanie 86 acres (35 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Clos de Boutanet
Clos de Boutanet is a lowland lake in the Gard department of Occitanie, offering accessible fishing in the warm, Mediterranean-influenced climate of southern France. This peaceful water is ideal for anglers seeking a relaxing session with good opportunities for multiple species in a scenic regional setting.
Department
Gard
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Water
Size
86 acres (35 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Gard
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Clos de Boutanet
Night fishing at Clos de Boutanet is not permitted. Dept 30 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Clos de Boutanet under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Gard. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Clos de Boutanet — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Gard. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Clos de Boutanet covers 86 acres (35 ha) in Gard, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Clos de Boutanet?+
The water holds carp, pike, perch, roach, tench, catfish, crucian carp.
Is night fishing allowed at Clos de Boutanet?+
Night fishing at Clos de Boutanet is not permitted. Dept 30 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Clos de Boutanet?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Clos de Boutanet under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Clos de Boutanet?+
Boats are not permitted at Clos de Boutanet. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Clos de Boutanet?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Fédération de Pêche Gard). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Clos de Boutanet
To fish Clos de Boutanet, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Gard is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
