Étang de Batejin is an intimate 2.3-hectare natural lake in Gironde offering peaceful day-fishing opportunities for pike, perch and tench in a quiet rural setting—ideal if you're seeking a relaxed alternative to larger, busier venues. Bank fishing only, with no night sessions allowed, so it's best suited to anglers wanting daytime sessions in a tranquil environment roughly 440 miles southwest of Calais. You'll need an AAPPMA day ticket from the local association (FDAAPPMA 33) to fish here.
At 439 miles from Calais, Étang de Batejin requires a longer journey from the UK, but Nouvelle-Aquitaine — a vast region stretching from the Dordogne to the Basque Country, with outstanding fishing across its many departments — rewards the trip.
Night fishing at Étang de Batejin is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Gironde's arrêté lists specific designated venues only: Hourtin/Piqueyrot (3 postes), Canaule (10 postes), Brouqueyran, Hostens (21 postes), Abzac (4 postes), Langon (700m zone), Lac Bleu de Léognan (2 postes). This lake is not among them. Source: peche33.com/ou-pecher-en-gironde/les-parcours-specifiques/ Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Batejin under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 33 / AAPPMA locale. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
Filter by species, size, night fishing, boats and bivvy. Find venues near Gironde and across all of France.
Étang de Batejin holds pike, perch, tench. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Étang de Batejin — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 33 / AAPPMA locale. Licences are available online before your trip.
Join to unlock full rules, night sectors, access notes and local camping spots for Étang de Batejin and 10,000+ venues across France, Belgium and the Netherlands.
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 33 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Batejin, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 33 / AAPPMA locale is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
Gironde is home to numerous public fishing venues. Browse all venues in Gironde or explore all of Nouvelle-Aquitaine.
Other public fishing venues near Étang de Batejin on PiscaMaps: