Hérault, Occitanie 138 acres (56 ha) Reservoir Night fishing Bivvy permitted 506mi from Calais
About Lac des Chaumettes
Lac des Chaumettes is a medium-sized public reservoir in the Hérault department of Occitanie, covering 56 hectares (138-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Night fishing is permitted at Lac des Chaumettes — Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Hérault.. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Lac des Chaumettes is 506 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Occitanie — a region of warm summers and excellent coarse fishing, particularly for carp and catfish — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Hérault
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
138 acres (56 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
506 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de l'Hérault
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Lac des Chaumettes covers 138 acres (56 ha) in Hérault, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac des Chaumettes?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac des Chaumettes?+
Night fishing at Lac des Chaumettes is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Hérault..
Are bivvies allowed at Lac des Chaumettes?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac des Chaumettes under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac des Chaumettes from Calais?+
Lac des Chaumettes is approximately 506 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac des Chaumettes?+
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 (AAPPMA de l'Hérault).
Fishing in Hérault, Occitanie
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