Pyrénées-Atlantiques · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 313 acres (127 ha)
Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 313 acres (127 ha) Water Night fishing Bivvy permitted 535mi from Calais
About Lac d'Artix-Bésingrand-Pradies Bassin de Retenue
In the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, Lac d'Artix-Bésingrand-Pradies Bassin de Retenue is a medium-sized public water accessible to public fishing. Lac d'Artix-Bésingrand-Pradies Bassin de Retenue holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream and Black Bass, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Lac d'Artix-Bésingrand-Pradies Bassin de Retenue permits night fishing — Designated zones — making it a viable destination for longer carp sessions. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Lac d'Artix-Bésingrand-Pradies Bassin de Retenue is 535 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
Water
Size
313 acres (127 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
535 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 64 / AAPPMA locale
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Fish Species at Lac d'Artix-Bésingrand-Pradies Bassin de Retenue
Lac d'Artix-Bésingrand-Pradies Bassin de Retenue holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream, black bass. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 d'Artix-Bésingrand-Pradies Bassin de Retenue?+
Lac d'Artix-Bésingrand-Pradies Bassin de Retenue covers 313 acres (127 ha) in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac d'Artix-Bésingrand-Pradies Bassin de Retenue?+
The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream, Black Bass.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac d'Artix-Bésingrand-Pradies Bassin de Retenue?+
Night fishing at Lac d'Artix-Bésingrand-Pradies Bassin de Retenue is permitted. Designated zones.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac d'Artix-Bésingrand-Pradies Bassin de Retenue?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac d'Artix-Bésingrand-Pradies Bassin de Retenue under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac d'Artix-Bésingrand-Pradies Bassin de Retenue from Calais?+
Lac d'Artix-Bésingrand-Pradies Bassin de Retenue is approximately 535 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac d'Artix-Bésingrand-Pradies Bassin de Retenue?+
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
Pyrénées-Atlantiques is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Nouvelle-Aquitaine departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
