The stay for catfish hunters
Catfish Angler Stay
The Lot, at Aiguillon and its confluence with the Garonne, is one of France's best spots for Wels catfish. Specimens over 2 metres and 80 kg have been caught near our cottage. Whether you practice clonk, vertical jigging or live bait, our location gives you direct access to the most productive holes in the area.
The zone between Aiguillon and the Lot-Garonne confluence is considered one of France's best sectors for Wels catfish. Natural holes ranging from 6 to 12 metres, fed by the Lot's moderate current and the Garonne inflow, concentrate impressive biomass. Experienced anglers who have stayed with us regularly report battles with fish exceeding 1.5 metres, and each season produces its share of catfish over 2 metres.
The Lot and Garonne confluence, a few kilometres downstream, concentrates a remarkable population of Wels catfish. The 6 to 12 metre holes, moderate current and abundance of forage fish create ideal conditions. Our cottage is the perfect starting point to explore this exceptional sector.
2m+ / 80+ kg
Record catfish in the Lot's holes
Lot-Garonne confluence
Renowned sector for trophy specimens
Day & night sessions
24/7 fishing allowed in season
Local guide
Hamid can point you to the best spots
A day by the Lot river
06h
Boat trip at sunrise, prospecting with sonar
09h
Clonk session on the identified holes
12h
Back to the cottage, lunch and rest
17h
Setting live bait lines from the pontoon for the evening session
21h
Night fishing, catfish are most active
00h
Line check, night watch or rest in the bivvy
Our recommendations
Recommended techniques
- Clonk fishing
- Vertical jigging with sonar
- Live bait from the pontoon
- Soft lure fishing (15-25 cm shads)
- Fireball
Equipment tips
Bring sturdy gear: catfish rods of 2.70 m minimum with 50 lb braid. A portable sonar is a major asset for locating holes. We can point you to the best spots with the sonar.
Discover targeted species:
“A 1.85 m catfish on the second night! The Lot-Garonne confluence is an incredible spot. Hamid pointed us to the best holes and the clonk technique worked wonders. Unforgettable experience.”
Donny
Pays-Bas
Practical information
Recommended duration
3 to 5 nights
Best season
May to September
Starting from
£900 / week
Included in your stay
FAQ | Catfish Angler Stay
What is the best technique for catfish here?
Clonk is the most iconic and effective technique. In summer, vertical jigging with sonar from the boat also produces excellent results in the Lot's holes.
What size catfish can we expect?
Catches of 1 to 1.50 m are common in season. Fish of 2 metres and over 80 kg have been caught in the Aiguillon-confluence sector.
Book your catfish angler stay
From £900 per week. Contact us to check availability and organise your stay at Gîte du Martin Pêcheur.
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