Haute-Garonne · Occitanie · France · 25 acres (10 ha)
Haute-Garonne, Occitanie 25 acres (10 ha) Reservoir Night fishing Bivvy permitted 529mi from Calais
About Lac de Castelgaillard
Formed by damming a river valley in Haute-Garonne, Lac de Castelgaillard is a small public reservoir covering 10 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Occitanie. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
For UK carp anglers, night fishing at Lac de Castelgaillard is allowed: Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de la Haute-Garonne.. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Lac de Castelgaillard is 529 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.
Department
Haute-Garonne
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
25 acres (10 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
529 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de la Haute-Garonne
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Lac de Castelgaillard holds carp, pike, perch, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Lac de Castelgaillard covers 25 acres (10 ha) in Haute-Garonne, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Castelgaillard?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Castelgaillard?+
Night fishing at Lac de Castelgaillard is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de la Haute-Garonne..
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Castelgaillard?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Castelgaillard under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Castelgaillard from Calais?+
Lac de Castelgaillard is approximately 529 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Castelgaillard?+
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 (AAPPMA de la Haute-Garonne).
Fishing in Haute-Garonne, Occitanie
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