Haute-Garonne · Occitanie · France · 55 acres (22 ha)
Haute-Garonne, Occitanie 55 acres (22 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac des Echars
Lac des Echars is a lowland lake in Haute-Garonne within the Occitanie region, offering accessible fishing in the foothills landscape of southwestern France. This calm water is ideal for anglers seeking a peaceful session with good chances of landing a variety of freshwater species.
Department
Haute-Garonne
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Water
Size
55 acres (22 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Haute-Garonne
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac des Echars
Night fishing at Lac des Echars is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 31 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac des Echars under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Haute-Garonne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac des Echars holds common carp, mirror carp, grass carp, tench, roach, rudd, perch, pike, catfish. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac des Echars — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Haute-Garonne. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac des Echars covers 55 acres (22 ha) in Haute-Garonne, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac des Echars?+
The water holds Common carp, Mirror carp, Grass carp, Tench, Roach, Rudd, Perch, Pike, Catfish.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac des Echars?+
Night fishing at Lac des Echars is subject to local rules. Dept 31 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac des Echars?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac des Echars under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Lac des Echars?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac des Echars. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac des Echars?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Fédération de Pêche Haute-Garonne). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac des Echars
To fish Lac des Echars, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Haute-Garonne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
