Lac d'Aignan is a compact 20-hectare reservoir in Gers offering solid carp fishing alongside pike and bream, situated roughly 495 miles south of Calais in deepest Occitanie. Night carp fishing is permitted here, and boats are allowed, making it a flexible option for anglers wanting to explore different marks across the water. You'll need to confirm current night-fishing regulations and obtain your fishing permit directly with AAPPMA du Gers before your trip.
Lac d'Aignan is 495 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Occitanie — a region of warm summers and excellent coarse fishing, particularly for carp and catfish — the fishing is well worth it.
Night fishing at Lac d'Aignan is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Gers night carp is only permitted on specifically designated venues (Lac de l'Uby, Lac de Miélan, Lac de Candau, Lac de l'Astarac, Lac de Fleurance, Lac de Lupiac, Carpodrome de Galiax, Lac de Montréal, and river sections of the Baïse). Source: gers-peche.fr (guide 2024 + arrêté annexe 2) Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac d'Aignan under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA du Gers. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac d'Aignan holds carp, pike, perch, bream. 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 d'Aignan — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Gers. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Lac d'Aignan, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Gers is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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