Pyrénées-Atlantiques · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 4 acres (1 ha)
Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 4 acres (1 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 572mi from Calais
About Lac Castérau
Lac Castérau is a intimate natural lake in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, covering 1 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Lac Castérau is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Lac Castérau is 572 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Nouvelle-Aquitaine — a vast region stretching from the Dordogne to the Basque Country, with outstanding fishing across its many departments — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Water Type
Lake
Size
4 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
572 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 64 / AAPPMA locale
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac Castérau?+
Lac Castérau covers 4 acres (1 ha) in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac Castérau?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac Castérau?+
Night fishing at Lac Castérau is not permitted. High Altitude.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac Castérau?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac Castérau under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac Castérau from Calais?+
Lac Castérau is approximately 572 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac Castérau?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (FDAAPPMA 64 / AAPPMA locale).
Fishing in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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