Étangs de Bassiès is a small natural lake in Ariège, Occitanie, covering 34 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike and Black Bass.
Fishing at Étangs de Bassiès is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 566 miles from Calais, Étangs de Bassiès 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.
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Étangs de Bassiès holds brown trout, rainbow trout, perch, pike, black bass. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue.
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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.
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