Lac de Nerbis is a modest 12.5-hectare gravel pit in the Landes offering solid carp fishing alongside pike and tench — ideal if you're exploring south-west France and want a quieter, less crowded alternative to the northern lakes. Day fishing only (no night sessions), but the mixed species potential and bank-only access make it accessible for a straightforward trip. You'll need a French fishing licence and FDAAPPMA 40 membership to fish legally.
Lac de Nerbis is 512 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.
Night fishing at Lac de Nerbis is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. The Landes 2026 night carp arrêté covers: Cazaux-Sanguinet, Aureilhan, Léon, Soustons, Étang Hardy, Étang Blanc, Étang Turc, Étang Garros, and specific Adour/Gave river sections. This lake is not among them. Source: peche-landes.com Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Nerbis under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Landes card. Verify opening status.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 40 / AAPPMA locale. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Nerbis holds carp, pike, perch, tench, 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 Nerbis — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 40 / 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 40 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac de Nerbis, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 40 / AAPPMA locale is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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