Ariège, Occitanie 3 acres (1 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 573mi from Calais
About Étang de la Sabine d'en bas
Étang de la Sabine d'en bas is a intimate natural lake in Ariège, Occitanie, covering 1 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Étang de la Sabine d'en bas is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 573 miles from Calais, Étang de la Sabine d'en bas 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.
Department
Ariège
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Lake
Size
3 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
573 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 09 / Fédération Ariège Pêche
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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 09 / Fédération Ariège Pêche) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de la Sabine d'en bas?+
Étang de la Sabine d'en bas covers 3 acres (1 ha) in Ariège, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de la Sabine d'en bas?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de la Sabine d'en bas?+
Night fishing at Étang de la Sabine d'en bas is not permitted. High Altitude.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de la Sabine d'en bas?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de la Sabine d'en bas under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de la Sabine d'en bas from Calais?+
Étang de la Sabine d'en bas is approximately 573 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de la Sabine d'en bas?+
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 09 / Fédération Ariège Pêche).
Fishing in Ariège, Occitanie
Ariège 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.
