Pyrénées-Orientales · Occitanie · France · 11 acres (4 ha)
Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie 11 acres (4 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 576mi from Calais
About Estany del Mig
Set in the Pyrénées-Orientales department of Occitanie, Estany del Mig is a intimate natural lake of 4 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species present include Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Night fishing is not permitted at Estany del Mig, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 576 miles from Calais, Estany del Mig 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.
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 del Mig?+
Estany del Mig covers 11 acres (4 ha) in Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Estany del Mig?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Estany del Mig?+
Night fishing at Estany del Mig is not permitted. High Altitude.
Are bivvies allowed at Estany del Mig?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Estany del Mig under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Estany del Mig from Calais?+
Estany del Mig is approximately 576 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Estany del Mig?+
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.
