Pyrénées-Orientales · Occitanie · France · 37 acres (15 ha)
Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie 37 acres (15 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 569mi from Calais
About Étang des Grandes Patures
Formed by damming a river valley in Pyrénées-Orientales, Étang des Grandes Patures is a small public reservoir covering 15 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Occitanie. Species present include Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike and Black Bass.
Night fishing is not permitted at Étang des Grandes Patures, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Étang des Grandes Patures is 569 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.
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 66 / Fédération Pêche Pyrénées-Orientales) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang des Grandes Patures?+
Étang des Grandes Patures covers 37 acres (15 ha) in Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang des Grandes Patures?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike, Black Bass.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang des Grandes Patures?+
Night fishing at Étang des Grandes Patures is not permitted. High Altitude.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang des Grandes Patures?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang des Grandes Patures under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang des Grandes Patures from Calais?+
Étang des Grandes Patures is approximately 569 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang des Grandes Patures?+
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.
