Pyrénées-Orientales · Occitanie · France · 3 acres (1 ha)
Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie 3 acres (1 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 579mi from Calais
About Estanys de Coma d'Orlú
Set in the Pyrénées-Orientales department of Occitanie, Estanys de Coma d'Orlú is a intimate natural lake of 1 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species present include Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Night fishing is not permitted at Estanys de Coma d'Orlú, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 579 miles from Calais, Estanys de Coma d'Orlú 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 Estanys de Coma d'Orlú?+
Estanys de Coma d'Orlú covers 3 acres (1 ha) in Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Estanys de Coma d'Orlú?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Estanys de Coma d'Orlú?+
Night fishing at Estanys de Coma d'Orlú is not permitted. Remote / 1st Cat.
Are bivvies allowed at Estanys de Coma d'Orlú?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Estanys de Coma d'Orlú under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Estanys de Coma d'Orlú from Calais?+
Estanys de Coma d'Orlú is approximately 579 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Estanys de Coma d'Orlú?+
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.
