Hautes-Pyrénées · Occitanie · France · 16 acres (7 ha)
Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie 16 acres (7 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 563mi from Calais
About Lac de Bordères ou de Bareilles
Set in the Hautes-Pyrénées department of Occitanie, Lac de Bordères ou de Bareilles is a intimate natural lake of 7 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac de Bordères ou de Bareilles, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 563 miles from Calais, Lac de Bordères ou de Bareilles requires a longer journey from the UK, but Occitanie — a region of warm summers and excellent coarse fishing, particularly for carp and catfish — rewards the trip.
Department
Hautes-Pyrénées
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Lake
Size
16 acres (7 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
563 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 65 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Pyrénées
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Lac de Bordères ou de Bareilles holds carp, pike, perch, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 65 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Pyrénées) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac de Bordères ou de Bareilles?+
Lac de Bordères ou de Bareilles covers 16 acres (7 ha) in Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Bordères ou de Bareilles?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Bordères ou de Bareilles?+
Night fishing at Lac de Bordères ou de Bareilles is not permitted. No-Kill encouraged.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Bordères ou de Bareilles?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Bordères ou de Bareilles under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Bordères ou de Bareilles from Calais?+
Lac de Bordères ou de Bareilles is approximately 563 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Bordères ou de Bareilles?+
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 65 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Pyrénées).
Fishing in Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie
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