Aude, Occitanie 4 acres (2 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac de bès
Lac de Bès is a lowland lake situated in the Aude department of Occitanie, in southern France's Mediterranean climate zone. This peaceful water offers anglers a chance to fish in a warm, accessible setting characteristic of the region's gentle terrain.
Department
Aude
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Water
Size
4 acres (2 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Aude
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac de bès
Night fishing at Lac de bès is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 11 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Lac de bès.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de bès under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Aude. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de bès holds common carp, european pike, european perch, roach, tench, catfish, crucian carp.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac de bès — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Aude. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac de bès covers 4 acres (2 ha) in Aude, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de bès?+
The water holds Common carp, European pike, European perch, roach, tench, catfish, crucian carp.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de bès?+
Night fishing at Lac de bès is subject to local rules. Dept 11 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de bès?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de bès under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Lac de bès?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac de bès. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de bès?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Fédération de Pêche Aude). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac de bès
To fish Lac de bès, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Aude is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
