Pyrénées-Orientales · Occitanie · France · 6 acres (2 ha)
Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie 6 acres (2 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 576mi from Calais
About Étang Faury
Étang Faury is a intimate natural lake in Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie, covering 2 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Pike, Perch and Tench.
Fishing at Étang Faury is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 576 miles from Calais, Étang Faury 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.
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 Faury?+
Étang Faury covers 6 acres (2 ha) in Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang Faury?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang Faury?+
Night fishing at Étang Faury is not permitted. Very remote.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang Faury?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang Faury under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang Faury from Calais?+
Étang Faury is approximately 576 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang Faury?+
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.
