Lac de la Balerme is a compact 33-hectare reservoir in the Tarn offering solid mixed fishing with carp, catfish, pike and tench in a scenic southern French setting—though it's a serious haul from Calais (505 miles) best combined with other venues. Day fishing only with float-tube access makes this a lighter-touch option if you're exploring beyond the northern lakes. You'll need a permit from FDAAPPMA 81 (Fédération Pêche Tarn); check their regulations before planning a trip.
Night fishing at Lac de la Balerme is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Tarn's designated night carp plans d'eau are: La Borde-basse, Lac du Lézert, La Piscine and Le Camping (Dourgne), Les Roques and Lac de Técou (Gaillac), and river sections. Check pechetarn.fr/reglementation-activite-de-peche-tarn-81.php for the full current list. Source: pechetarn.fr Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de la Balerme under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 81 / Fédération Pêche Tarn. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de la Balerme holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream, black bass. 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 la Balerme — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 81 / Fédération Pêche Tarn. 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 (FDAAPPMA 81 / Fédération Pêche Tarn) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac de la Balerme, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 81 / Fédération Pêche Tarn is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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