Lac du Houga is a intimate 20-hectare reservoir in Occitanie offering genuine night carp fishing—a real draw for UK anglers seeking quieter water away from crowded venues. The small size makes it manageable to read, with carp, pike, perch and bream present, and boats are permitted for those wanting to explore beyond the margins. At 505 miles from Calais, it's a serious road trip, so factor in accommodation; night fishing is permitted but always confirm current rules with AAPPMA du Gers before you go.
Night fishing at Lac du Houga 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 Houga under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA du Gers. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac du Houga holds carp, pike, perch, bream. 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 Houga — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Gers. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Lac du Houga, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Gers is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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