Pyrénées-Orientales · Occitanie · France · 272 acres (110 ha)
Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie 272 acres (110 ha) Reservoir Night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 565mi from Calais
About Barrage de Caramany
Formed by damming a river valley in Pyrénées-Orientales, Barrage de Caramany is a medium-sized public reservoir covering 110 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Occitanie. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
For UK carp anglers, night fishing at Barrage de Caramany is allowed: Night carp fishing permitted. Confirmed in Pyrénées-Orientales night fishing list.. Regarding boats: Boats permitted. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Barrage de Caramany is 565 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Occitanie — a region of warm summers and excellent coarse fishing, particularly for carp and catfish — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Pyrénées-Orientales
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
272 acres (110 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
565 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA des Pyrénées-Orientales
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Barrage de Caramany covers 272 acres (110 ha) in Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Barrage de Caramany?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Barrage de Caramany?+
Night fishing at Barrage de Caramany is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirmed in Pyrénées-Orientales night fishing list..
Are bivvies allowed at Barrage de Caramany?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Barrage de Caramany under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Barrage de Caramany from Calais?+
Barrage de Caramany is approximately 565 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Barrage de Caramany?+
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 (AAPPMA des Pyrénées-Orientales).
Fishing in Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie
Pyrénées-Orientales is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Occitanie departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
