Lac Bersau is a pristine high-altitude mountain lake in the Pyrenees offering pike and perch alongside trout species — a refreshing change of pace if you fancy exploring beyond traditional carp water. Bank fishing only on this intimate 12-hectare venue means you'll need to work for position, but the scenic setting and healthy pike populations make it worth the 571-mile trip from Calais if you're up for adventure. Note: night fishing is prohibited due to the lake's altitude designation, and you'll need a valid French fishing licence plus AAPPMA64 membership to fish.
Night fishing at Lac Bersau is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this mountain lake. Pyrénées-Atlantiques mountain lakes (>1000m altitude) are classified as 1st category waters where night carp is not permitted. Source: federation-peche64.fr/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/fd64_mememto_2025.pdf Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Lac Bersau.
Bivouac & overnight camping is not permitted at Lac Bersau. Night fishing not authorised.
Required permits & cards: Verify with local Fédération.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 64 / AAPPMA locale. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac Bersau holds brown trout, rainbow trout, perch, pike, black bass. 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 Lac Bersau — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 64 / AAPPMA locale. 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 64 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac Bersau, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 64 / AAPPMA locale is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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