Ariège, Occitanie 8 acres (3 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 573mi from Calais
About Étang des Castellasses
Set in the Ariège department of Occitanie, Étang des Castellasses 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 Étang des Castellasses, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Étang des Castellasses is 573 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
8 acres (3 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 des Castellasses?+
Étang des Castellasses covers 8 acres (3 ha) in Ariège, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang des Castellasses?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang des Castellasses?+
Night fishing at Étang des Castellasses is not permitted. High Altitude.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang des Castellasses?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang des Castellasses under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang des Castellasses from Calais?+
Étang des Castellasses is approximately 573 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang des Castellasses?+
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.
