Pyrénées-Orientales · Occitanie · France · 418 acres (169 ha)
Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie 418 acres (169 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 578mi from Calais
About Estany de Lanòs ou Étang de Lanoux
The 418-acre reservoir of Estany de Lanòs ou Étang de Lanoux sits within the Pyrénées-Orientales department of Occitanie, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Estany de Lanòs ou Étang de Lanoux holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream and Black Bass, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Estany de Lanòs ou Étang de Lanoux 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 578 miles from Calais, Estany de Lanòs ou Étang de Lanoux requires a longer journey from the UK, but Occitanie — a region of warm summers and excellent coarse fishing, particularly for carp and catfish — rewards the trip.
Fish Species at Estany de Lanòs ou Étang de Lanoux
Estany de Lanòs ou Étang de Lanoux holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream, black bass. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 66 / Fédération Pêche Pyrénées-Orientales) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Estany de Lanòs ou Étang de Lanoux?+
Estany de Lanòs ou Étang de Lanoux covers 418 acres (169 ha) in Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Estany de Lanòs ou Étang de Lanoux?+
The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream, Black Bass.
Is night fishing allowed at Estany de Lanòs ou Étang de Lanoux?+
Night fishing at Estany de Lanòs ou Étang de Lanoux is not permitted. Largest high-alt lake (2,213m).
Are bivvies allowed at Estany de Lanòs ou Étang de Lanoux?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Estany de Lanòs ou Étang de Lanoux under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Estany de Lanòs ou Étang de Lanoux from Calais?+
Estany de Lanòs ou Étang de Lanoux is approximately 578 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Estany de Lanòs ou Étang de Lanoux?+
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 66 / Fédération Pêche 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.
