Hautes-Pyrénées · Occitanie · France · 17 acres (7 ha)
Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie 17 acres (7 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 573mi from Calais
About Lac de la Montagnette
Set in the Hautes-Pyrénées department of Occitanie, Lac de la Montagnette is a intimate natural lake of 7 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species present include Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac de la Montagnette, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 573 miles from Calais, Lac de la Montagnette 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
17 acres (7 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
573 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 65 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Pyrénées
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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 la Montagnette?+
Lac de la Montagnette covers 17 acres (7 ha) in Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de la Montagnette?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de la Montagnette?+
Night fishing at Lac de la Montagnette is not permitted. High Altitude.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de la Montagnette?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de la Montagnette under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de la Montagnette from Calais?+
Lac de la Montagnette is approximately 573 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de la Montagnette?+
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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