Lac de la Hutte is a compact 21-hectare reservoir in Gironde offering solid carp potential alongside catfish and pike—ideal if you want a more intimate venue away from the crowds. Day-only fishing from the banks means early starts, but the mix of species keeps the action varied throughout your session. You'll need an AAPPMA day ticket from the local association; note it's a fair trek from Calais at 434 miles, so best combined with other south-west venues.
Night fishing at Lac de la Hutte is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Gironde's arrêté lists specific designated venues only: Hourtin/Piqueyrot (3 postes), Canaule (10 postes), Brouqueyran, Hostens (21 postes), Abzac (4 postes), Langon (700m zone), Lac Bleu de Léognan (2 postes). This lake is not among them. Source: peche33.com/ou-pecher-en-gironde/les-parcours-specifiques/ Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de la Hutte under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 33 / AAPPMA locale. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de la Hutte holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, 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 Hutte — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 33 / AAPPMA locale. 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 33 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac de la Hutte, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 33 / AAPPMA locale is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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