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Lac de Bajamont is a compact 22-hectare reservoir in south-west France offering solid carp fishing alongside pike, perch, bream and tench in a quieter setting away from the busier northern venues. Night carp fishing is permitted here, giving you flexibility for extended sessions, and boats are allowed if you want to explore different areas — though at 467 miles from Calais, this is a commitment for a dedicated trip rather than a quick weekend. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and must contact AAPPMA du Lot-et-Garonne ahead of your visit to confirm current regulations and night fishing permissions.
Night fishing at Lac de Bajamont is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Lot-et-Garonne requires specific authorisation on designated parcours. The Lot at Aiguillon and specific lake sections are known venues. Check peche47.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: peche47.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Bajamont under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Lot-et-Garonne card (CHI).
Managed by AAPPMA du Lot-et-Garonne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
Lac de Bajamont holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac de Bajamont — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Lot-et-Garonne. Licences are available online before your trip.
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France is the closest mainland European fishing destination for UK anglers. The Channel Tunnel (Folkestone–Calais, ~35 min) is the fastest crossing, while P&O Ferries (Dover–Calais, ~90 min) offer good value for heavy kit. Most northern French venues are within 2–4 hours of Calais; southern venues require a full day of driving.
A Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence) is required for all freshwater fishing. Buy online at cartedepeche.fr before you travel. Annual, weekly and daily options are available and include your AAPPMA affiliation for the selected department.
To fish Lac de Bajamont, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Lot-et-Garonne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
Lot-et-Garonne is home to numerous public fishing venues. Browse all venues in Lot-et-Garonne or explore all of Nouvelle-Aquitaine.
France offers outstanding fishing year-round. The main coarse close season applies to some rivers (typically January–March for certain species), but still-water carp fishing on private and AAPPMA-managed lakes is available throughout the year. Spring (March–June) is the classic French carp season, with fish actively feeding and moving into shallow margins. Summer nights (June–August) are ideal for big-fish sessions on the large public reservoirs and rivers. Autumn (September–November) is particularly productive on the Auvergne and Languedoc lakes as temperatures drop. The Loire and Saône river systems produce excellent catfish sport from June through September, while the Dordogne and its tributaries fish well for chub, barbel and trout from spring through autumn.
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