Pyrénées-Atlantiques · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 16 acres (6 ha)
Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 16 acres (6 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 566mi from Calais
About Lac de Pouey Laun
One of Nouvelle-Aquitaine's natural lakes, Lac de Pouey Laun in Pyrénées-Atlantiques covers 6 hectares and is open to coarse fishing under French public fishing regulations. Anglers can expect to encounter Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Lac de Pouey Laun operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Lac de Pouey Laun is 566 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.
Department
Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Water Type
Lake
Size
16 acres (6 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
566 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 64 / AAPPMA locale
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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 64 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac de Pouey Laun?+
Lac de Pouey Laun covers 16 acres (6 ha) in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Pouey Laun?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Pouey Laun?+
Night fishing at Lac de Pouey Laun is not permitted. High Altitude.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Pouey Laun?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Pouey Laun under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Pouey Laun from Calais?+
Lac de Pouey Laun is approximately 566 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Pouey Laun?+
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 64 / AAPPMA locale).
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