Lac de Barbazan is an intimate natural lake in the Hautes-Pyrénées offering pike, perch and tench in a scenic mountain setting — ideal if you're seeking a quieter alternative to crowded lowland venues. Electric-motor boats are permitted, giving you flexibility to explore the 2.9-hectare water, though night fishing isn't allowed as it's classified 2nd Category. You'll need an AAPPMA day permit from the local federation (FDAAPPMA 65) to fish here.
Lac de Barbazan is 550 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Occitanie — a region of warm summers and excellent coarse fishing, particularly for carp and catfish — the fishing is well worth it.
Night fishing at Lac de Barbazan is not permitted. Night carp fishing in Hautes-Pyrénées is only permitted on specific named venues per prefectoral order. This lake is not on the authorised list — night carp fishing is prohibited here. See peche65.fr for the full list. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Barbazan under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Hautes-Pyrénées card (CHI).
Managed by AAPPMA Barbazan / FDAAPPMA 65. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Barbazan holds pike, perch, tench. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac de Barbazan — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Barbazan / FDAAPPMA 65. Licences are available online before your trip.
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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 (AAPPMA Barbazan / FDAAPPMA 65) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac de Barbazan, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Barbazan / FDAAPPMA 65 is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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