The 38-acre reservoir of Lac de Cadillon sits within the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Lac de Cadillon holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream and Black Bass, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Lac de Cadillon operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Lac de Cadillon is 522 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Nouvelle-Aquitaine — a vast region stretching from the Dordogne to the Basque Country, with outstanding fishing across its many departments — the fishing is well worth it.
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Lac de Cadillon holds carp, pike, perch, tench, bream, black bass. 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 64 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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