Lac Bleu is an intimate 6.8-hectare natural lake in Gironde offering quality carp and tench fishing from the bank in a peaceful setting far from the Atlantic coast hustle — ideal if you're seeking a quieter alternative to busier French venues. Day fishing only, with pike and perch also present, this is a genuine working lake rather than a commercial complex. You'll need an AAPPMA day ticket from the local association and a French fishing licence; it's a sizeable drive south from Calais (420 miles), so best combined with other Nouvelle-Aquitaine waters.
Night fishing at Lac Bleu is authorised under Gironde regulations. Night carp confirmed — Lac Bleu de Léognan, 2 marked postes, year-round, no-kill. Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. No boat. Source: eaubourde.peche33.com + AP 2025
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac Bleu 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.
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Lac Bleu holds carp, pike, perch, tench. 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 Lac Bleu — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 33 / 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 33 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac Bleu, 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.
Night fishing is permitted at Lac Bleu — always check the current rules with FDAAPPMA 33 / AAPPMA locale before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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