Hautes-Pyrénées · Occitanie · France · 6 acres (3 ha)
Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie 6 acres (3 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 576mi from Calais
About Lac des Espécières ou de Luhos
Set in the Hautes-Pyrénées department of Occitanie, Lac des Espécières ou de Luhos is a intimate natural lake of 3 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species present include Pike, Perch and Tench.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac des Espécières ou de Luhos, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 576 miles from Calais, Lac des Espécières ou de Luhos 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.
Department
Hautes-Pyrénées
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Lake
Size
6 acres (3 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
576 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 65 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Pyrénées
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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 65 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Pyrénées) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac des Espécières ou de Luhos?+
Lac des Espécières ou de Luhos covers 6 acres (3 ha) in Hautes-Pyrénées, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac des Espécières ou de Luhos?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac des Espécières ou de Luhos?+
Night fishing at Lac des Espécières ou de Luhos is not permitted. Near Gavarnie.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac des Espécières ou de Luhos?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac des Espécières ou de Luhos under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac des Espécières ou de Luhos from Calais?+
Lac des Espécières ou de Luhos is approximately 576 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac des Espécières ou de Luhos?+
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 (FDAAPPMA 65 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Pyrénées).
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