Lac de Serres-Castet is a modest 26-hectare reservoir in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques offering mixed species including carp, catfish and pike in a scenic mountain setting—ideal if you're exploring beyond the northern hotspots. Day fishing only and bank access keeps it quiet and uncrowded, though the 533-mile distance from Calais means it suits those combining a broader Nouvelle-Aquitaine tour. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA membership (contact FDAAPPMA 64 locally) before wetting a line.
Night fishing at Lac de Serres-Castet is authorised under Pyrénées-Atlantiques regulations. Night carp confirmed — Lac de Serres-Castet (25ha, 11km from Pau). Vegetable baits only. No-kill mandatory. Source: federation-peche64.fr guide 2024/2025 + association-peche-le-pesquit.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Serres-Castet under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Pyrénées-Atlantiques card (CHI).
Managed by FDAAPPMA 64 / AAPPMA locale. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Serres-Castet holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, tench, bream, 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 Serres-Castet — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 64 / 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 64 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac de Serres-Castet, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 64 / AAPPMA locale is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
Night fishing is permitted at Lac de Serres-Castet — always check the current rules with FDAAPPMA 64 / AAPPMA locale before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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