Pyrénées-Atlantiques · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 140 acres (57 ha)
Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 140 acres (57 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 569mi from Calais
About Lac d'Artouste
The 140-acre reservoir of Lac d'Artouste sits within the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Anglers can expect to encounter Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike and Black Bass.
Lac d'Artouste operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Lac d'Artouste is 569 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
Reservoir
Size
140 acres (57 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
569 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 64 / AAPPMA locale
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: approx. Apr–Sep (mountain lake – confirm local dates). No night fishing. Carp/coarse: all year.
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'Artouste?+
Lac d'Artouste covers 140 acres (57 ha) in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac d'Artouste?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike, Black Bass.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac d'Artouste?+
Night fishing at Lac d'Artouste is not permitted. High altitude / Salmonids.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac d'Artouste?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac d'Artouste under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac d'Artouste from Calais?+
Lac d'Artouste is approximately 569 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac d'Artouste?+
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).
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