Pyrénées-Atlantiques · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 4 acres (1 ha)
Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 4 acres (1 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 569mi from Calais
About Lacs de Houns de Hèche
One of Nouvelle-Aquitaine's natural lakes, Lacs de Houns de Hèche in Pyrénées-Atlantiques covers 1 hectares and is open to coarse fishing under French public fishing regulations. Anglers can expect to encounter Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Lacs de Houns de Hèche operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
At 569 miles from Calais, Lacs de Houns de Hèche 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
569 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 Houns de Hèche?+
Lacs de Houns de Hèche covers 4 acres (1 ha) in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Lacs de Houns de Hèche?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lacs de Houns de Hèche?+
Night fishing at Lacs de Houns de Hèche is not permitted. High Altitude.
Are bivvies allowed at Lacs de Houns de Hèche?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lacs de Houns de Hèche under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lacs de Houns de Hèche from Calais?+
Lacs de Houns de Hèche is approximately 569 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lacs de Houns de Hèche?+
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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