Pyrénées-Atlantiques · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 36 acres (15 ha)
Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 36 acres (15 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 532mi from Calais
About Lac de Saint-Armou ou Lac d'Anos
Set in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, Lac de Saint-Armou ou Lac d'Anos is a small natural lake of 15 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench and Black Bass — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac de Saint-Armou ou Lac d'Anos, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Lac de Saint-Armou ou Lac d'Anos is 532 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
36 acres (15 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
532 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 64 / AAPPMA locale
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Lac de Saint-Armou ou Lac d'Anos holds carp, pike, perch, tench, black bass. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 Saint-Armou ou Lac d'Anos?+
Lac de Saint-Armou ou Lac d'Anos covers 36 acres (15 ha) in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Saint-Armou ou Lac d'Anos?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Black Bass.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Saint-Armou ou Lac d'Anos?+
Night fishing at Lac de Saint-Armou ou Lac d'Anos is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Saint-Armou ou Lac d'Anos?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Saint-Armou ou Lac d'Anos under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Saint-Armou ou Lac d'Anos from Calais?+
Lac de Saint-Armou ou Lac d'Anos is approximately 532 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Saint-Armou ou Lac d'Anos?+
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).
Fishing in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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