Pyrénées-Atlantiques · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 8 acres (3 ha)
Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 8 acres (3 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 570mi from Calais
About Lacs d'Opale
Lacs d'Opale is a intimate natural lake in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, covering 3 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Lacs d'Opale is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 570 miles from Calais, Lacs d'Opale requires a longer journey from the UK, but Nouvelle-Aquitaine — a vast region stretching from the Dordogne to the Basque Country, with outstanding fishing across its many departments — rewards the trip.
Department
Pyrénées-Atlantiques
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Water Type
Lake
Size
8 acres (3 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
570 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 64 / AAPPMA locale
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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 64 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lacs d'Opale?+
Lacs d'Opale covers 8 acres (3 ha) in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Lacs d'Opale?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lacs d'Opale?+
Night fishing at Lacs d'Opale is not permitted. High Altitude.
Are bivvies allowed at Lacs d'Opale?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lacs d'Opale under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lacs d'Opale from Calais?+
Lacs d'Opale is approximately 570 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lacs d'Opale?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (FDAAPPMA 64 / AAPPMA locale).
Fishing in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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