Haute-Garonne · Occitanie · France · 7 acres (3 ha)
Haute-Garonne, Occitanie 7 acres (3 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac Saint-Caprais
Lac Saint-Caprais is a lowland lake in Haute-Garonne, nestled in the Occitanie region of southwestern France, offering accessible fishing opportunities for anglers seeking a productive mixed fishery. This tranquil water is ideal for both leisure fishing and those targeting quality freshwater species in a relatively undisturbed setting.
Department
Haute-Garonne
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Water
Size
7 acres (3 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
AAPPMA de Toulouse
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac Saint-Caprais
Night fishing at Lac Saint-Caprais is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 31 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Lac Saint-Caprais.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac Saint-Caprais 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 Toulouse. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac Saint-Caprais holds common carp, european catfish (wels), pike, perch, roach, bream, tench.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac Saint-Caprais — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Toulouse. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac Saint-Caprais covers 7 acres (3 ha) in Haute-Garonne, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac Saint-Caprais?+
The water holds Common carp, European catfish (wels), pike, perch, roach, bream, tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac Saint-Caprais?+
Night fishing at Lac Saint-Caprais 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 Saint-Caprais?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac Saint-Caprais 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 Saint-Caprais?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac Saint-Caprais. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac Saint-Caprais?+
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 Toulouse). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac Saint-Caprais
To fish Lac Saint-Caprais, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Toulouse is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
