Hautes-Pyrénées · Occitanie · France · 14 acres (6 ha)
Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie 14 acres (6 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 571mi from Calais
About Lac d'Arratille
Set in the Hautes-Pyrénées department of Occitanie, Lac d'Arratille is a intimate natural lake of 6 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species present include Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac d'Arratille, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 571 miles from Calais, Lac d'Arratille requires a longer journey from the UK, but Occitanie — a region of warm summers and excellent coarse fishing, particularly for carp and catfish — rewards the trip.
Department
Hautes-Pyrénées
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Lake
Size
14 acres (6 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
571 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 65 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Pyrénées
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (FDAAPPMA 65 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Pyrénées) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac d'Arratille?+
Lac d'Arratille covers 14 acres (6 ha) in Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac d'Arratille?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac d'Arratille?+
Night fishing at Lac d'Arratille is not permitted. Salmonids only.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac d'Arratille?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac d'Arratille under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac d'Arratille from Calais?+
Lac d'Arratille is approximately 571 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac d'Arratille?+
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 65 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Pyrénées).
Fishing in Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie
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