Haute-Garonne · Occitanie · France · 5 acres (2 ha)
Haute-Garonne, Occitanie 5 acres (2 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac du Vieux Pigeonnier
Lac du Vieux Pigeonnier is a lowland lake in Haute-Garonne within the Occitanie region of southwestern France, offering accessible fishing in a gently rolling landscape. This peaceful water provides good opportunities for both leisure anglers and those seeking to land quality freshwater species.
Department
Haute-Garonne
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Water
Size
5 acres (2 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
AAPPMA de Tournefeuille
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac du Vieux Pigeonnier
Night fishing at Lac du Vieux Pigeonnier is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 31 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Lac du Vieux Pigeonnier.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac du Vieux Pigeonnier 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 AAPPMA de Tournefeuille. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac du Vieux Pigeonnier holds common carp, pike, perch, roach, tench, bream, 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 du Vieux Pigeonnier — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Tournefeuille. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac du Vieux Pigeonnier covers 5 acres (2 ha) in Haute-Garonne, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac du Vieux Pigeonnier?+
The water holds Common carp, Pike, Perch, Roach, Tench, Bream, Catfish.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac du Vieux Pigeonnier?+
Night fishing at Lac du Vieux Pigeonnier 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 du Vieux Pigeonnier?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac du Vieux Pigeonnier 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 du Vieux Pigeonnier?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac du Vieux Pigeonnier. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac du Vieux Pigeonnier?+
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 (AAPPMA de Tournefeuille). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac du Vieux Pigeonnier
To fish Lac du Vieux Pigeonnier, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Tournefeuille is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
