Ariège, Occitanie 52 acres (21 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 534mi from Calais
About Étang de Mazères
Set in the Ariège department of Occitanie, Étang de Mazères is a small natural lake of 21 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench and Catfish — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
For UK carp anglers, night fishing at Étang de Mazères is allowed: Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Ariège.. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Étang de Mazères is 534 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Occitanie — a region of warm summers and excellent coarse fishing, particularly for carp and catfish — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Ariège
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Lake
Size
52 acres (21 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
534 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de l'Ariège
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Étang de Mazères holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench, catfish. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Étang de Mazères covers 52 acres (21 ha) in Ariège, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Mazères?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench, Catfish.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Mazères?+
Night fishing at Étang de Mazères is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Ariège..
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Mazères?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Mazères under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Mazères from Calais?+
Étang de Mazères is approximately 534 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Mazères?+
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 (AAPPMA de l'Ariège).
Fishing in Ariège, Occitanie
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