Lac des Pises, Gard
This intimate 10-hectare reservoir in southern France prioritises trout and pike over carp, making it a specialist venue rather than a prime carp destination. Bank fishing only with no night sessions (1st Category water), it's better suited to UK anglers chasing pike or exploring French trout fishing during a broader trip.
Practical note: Obtain your French fishing licence and check current AAPPMA Gard membership requirements before visiting — day permits available through the local federation.
Night fishing at Lac des Pises is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Gard's designated night carp sites are mainly river sections (Rhône, Cèze, Vidourle) plus Lac de Sautebraut (Bellegarde) and Plan d'eau n°4 de Vergèze. This lake is not among them. Source: pechegard.com/parcours-carpe-de-nuit/ Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac des Pises under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 30 / Fédération Pêche Gard. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac des Pises holds brown trout, rainbow trout, perch, pike, black bass. 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 Pises — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 30 / Fédération Pêche Gard. Licences are available online before your trip.
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (FDAAPPMA 30 / Fédération Pêche Gard) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac des Pises, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 30 / Fédération Pêche Gard is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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