Pyrénées-Orientales · Occitanie · France · 8 acres (3 ha)
Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie 8 acres (3 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 580mi from Calais
About Estany Llarg
Set in the Pyrénées-Orientales department of Occitanie, Estany Llarg is a intimate natural lake of 3 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species present include Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Night fishing is not permitted at Estany Llarg, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 580 miles from Calais, Estany Llarg 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 Llarg?+
Estany Llarg covers 8 acres (3 ha) in Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Estany Llarg?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Estany Llarg?+
Night fishing at Estany Llarg is not permitted. High Altitude.
Are bivvies allowed at Estany Llarg?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Estany Llarg under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Estany Llarg from Calais?+
Estany Llarg is approximately 580 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Estany Llarg?+
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.
