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Lac du Baïset is a compact 12-hectare reservoir in rural Gers offering solid day-only carp fishing from the bank in a peaceful, lesser-known setting—ideal if you're seeking quieter water away from busier French venues. The mixed species population (carp, pike, tench and perch) keeps things interesting, and the intimate size makes it manageable for a shorter trip or as a secondary water. Note: you'll need a valid French fishing licence and FDAAPPMA 32 permit—contact the Gers federation ahead of your visit to confirm current access and any seasonal restrictions.
At 504 miles from Calais, Lac du Baïset 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.
Night fishing at Lac du Baïset is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Gers night carp is only permitted on specifically designated venues (Lac de l'Uby, Lac de Miélan, Lac de Candau, Lac de l'Astarac, Lac de Fleurance, Lac de Lupiac, Carpodrome de Galiax, Lac de Montréal, and river sections of the Baïse). Source: gers-peche.fr (guide 2024 + arrêté annexe 2) Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac du Baïset under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 32 / Fédération Pêche Gers. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
Lac du Baïset holds carp, pike, perch, tench, 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 du Baïset — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 32 / Fédération Pêche Gers. 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 (FDAAPPMA 32 / Fédération Pêche Gers) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
France is the closest mainland European fishing destination for UK anglers. The Channel Tunnel (Folkestone–Calais, ~35 min) is the fastest crossing, while P&O Ferries (Dover–Calais, ~90 min) offer good value for heavy kit. Most northern French venues are within 2–4 hours of Calais; southern venues require a full day of driving.
A Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence) is required for all freshwater fishing. Buy online at cartedepeche.fr before you travel. Annual, weekly and daily options are available and include your AAPPMA affiliation for the selected department.
To fish Lac du Baïset, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 32 / Fédération Pêche Gers is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
Gers is home to numerous public fishing venues. Browse all venues in Gers or explore all of Occitanie.
France offers outstanding fishing year-round. The main coarse close season applies to some rivers (typically January–March for certain species), but still-water carp fishing on private and AAPPMA-managed lakes is available throughout the year. Spring (March–June) is the classic French carp season, with fish actively feeding and moving into shallow margins. Summer nights (June–August) are ideal for big-fish sessions on the large public reservoirs and rivers. Autumn (September–November) is particularly productive on the Auvergne and Languedoc lakes as temperatures drop. The Loire and Saône river systems produce excellent catfish sport from June through September, while the Dordogne and its tributaries fish well for chub, barbel and trout from spring through autumn.
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