Ariège, Occitanie 17 acres (7 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 574mi from Calais
About Étang de Soulanet
Étang de Soulanet is a intimate natural lake in Ariège, Occitanie, covering 7 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Étang de Soulanet is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 574 miles from Calais, Étang de Soulanet 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
17 acres (7 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
574 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 Soulanet?+
Étang de Soulanet covers 17 acres (7 ha) in Ariège, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Soulanet?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Soulanet?+
Night fishing at Étang de Soulanet is not permitted. High Altitude.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Soulanet?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Soulanet under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Soulanet from Calais?+
Étang de Soulanet is approximately 574 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Soulanet?+
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.
