Lac de Saint-Cricq is a compact 15-hectare reservoir in Gers offering solid carp prospects alongside pike and bream—perfect if you want intimate fishing without the crowds of larger venues. Night carp fishing is permitted, giving you flexibility to target fish during cooler periods, and boats are allowed for exploring the water effectively. Located 502 miles south of Calais in Occitanie, you'll need to contact AAPPMA du Gers beforehand to confirm night-fishing permissions and obtain your mandatory fishing licence.
At 502 miles from Calais, Lac de Saint-Cricq 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.
Night fishing at Lac de Saint-Cricq is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Gers night carp is only permitted on specifically designated venues (Lac de l'Uby, Lac de Miélan, Lac de Candau, Lac de l'Astarac, Lac de Fleurance, Lac de Lupiac, Carpodrome de Galiax, Lac de Montréal, and river sections of the Baïse). Source: gers-peche.fr (guide 2024 + arrêté annexe 2) Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Saint-Cricq under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA du Gers. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Saint-Cricq holds carp, pike, perch, bream. 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 Saint-Cricq — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Gers. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Lac de Saint-Cricq, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Gers is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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