Lac des Cammazes is a solid 76-hectare reservoir in the Aude region offering excellent carp alongside catfish, pike and zander in a scenic southern France setting—though it's a serious drive at 522 miles from Calais, best suited to a dedicated multi-week trip. Day fishing only from the bank keeps the venue quieter during your fishing hours, and the mix of species means steady sport even during slower carp periods. You'll need to purchase a fishing licence and join the local AAPPMA Cammazes before fishing.
Night fishing at Lac des Cammazes is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Aude requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Check fedepeche11.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: fedepeche11.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac des Cammazes under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA Cammazes / FDAAPPMA 11. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac des Cammazes holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, 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 des Cammazes — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Cammazes / FDAAPPMA 11. 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 (AAPPMA Cammazes / FDAAPPMA 11) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac des Cammazes, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Cammazes / FDAAPPMA 11 is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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