Pyrénées-Orientales · Occitanie · France · 11 acres (4 ha)
Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie 11 acres (4 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 578mi from Calais
About Estany de Vallsera
One of Occitanie's natural lakes, Estany de Vallsera in Pyrénées-Orientales covers 4 hectares and is open to coarse fishing under French public fishing regulations. Anglers can expect to encounter Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Estany de Vallsera 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 Vallsera 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.
1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
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 Vallsera?+
Estany de Vallsera covers 11 acres (4 ha) in Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Estany de Vallsera?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Estany de Vallsera?+
Night fishing at Estany de Vallsera is not permitted. Accessible / 1st Cat.
Are bivvies allowed at Estany de Vallsera?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Estany de Vallsera under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Estany de Vallsera from Calais?+
Estany de Vallsera is approximately 578 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Estany de Vallsera?+
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.
