Deux-Sèvres · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 12 acres (5 ha)
Deux-Sèvres, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 12 acres (5 ha) Water Night fishing Bivvy permitted 293mi from Calais
About Lac d'Hautibus
Lac d'Hautibus is a intimate public water in the Deux-Sèvres department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France. The fishery holds Pike, Perch and Tench.
Night fishing is permitted at Lac d'Hautibus — Open zone (Argentonnay). Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 293 miles from Calais, Lac d'Hautibus is a popular destination for anglers exploring Nouvelle-Aquitaine, a vast region stretching from the Dordogne to the Basque Country, with outstanding fishing across its many departments.
Department
Deux-Sèvres
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Water Type
Water
Size
12 acres (5 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
293 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 79 / 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 79 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac d'Hautibus?+
Lac d'Hautibus covers 12 acres (5 ha) in Deux-Sèvres, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac d'Hautibus?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac d'Hautibus?+
Night fishing at Lac d'Hautibus is permitted. Open zone (Argentonnay).
Are bivvies allowed at Lac d'Hautibus?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac d'Hautibus under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac d'Hautibus from Calais?+
Lac d'Hautibus is approximately 293 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac d'Hautibus?+
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 79 / AAPPMA locale).
Fishing in Deux-Sèvres, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Deux-Sèvres 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.
