Pyrénées-Atlantiques · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 4 acres (1 ha)
Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 4 acres (1 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 537mi from Calais
About Lacs de Cournères
Set in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, Lacs de Cournères is a intimate natural lake of 1 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species present include Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lacs de Cournères, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 537 miles from Calais, Lacs de Cournères 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
4 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
537 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 de Cournères?+
Lacs de Cournères covers 4 acres (1 ha) in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Lacs de Cournères?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lacs de Cournères?+
Night fishing at Lacs de Cournères is not permitted. High Altitude.
Are bivvies allowed at Lacs de Cournères?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lacs de Cournères under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lacs de Cournères from Calais?+
Lacs de Cournères is approximately 537 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lacs de Cournères?+
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).
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