Aude, Occitanie 232 acres (94 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang de Jouarres
Étang de Jouarres is a shallow lowland pond located in the Aude department of Occitanie, offering classic coarse fishing opportunities across its calm waters. This productive étang is ideal for anglers targeting peaceful days on French lowland stillwaters in the sunny south.
Department
Aude
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Water
Size
232 acres (94 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Aude
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang de Jouarres
Night fishing at Étang de Jouarres is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 11 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Jouarres under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Aude. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Jouarres holds carp, roach, rudd, tench, pike, perch, catfish. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Étang de Jouarres — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Aude. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang de Jouarres covers 232 acres (94 ha) in Aude, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Jouarres?+
The water holds Carp, Roach, Rudd, Tench, Pike, Perch, Catfish. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Jouarres?+
Night fishing at Étang de Jouarres is subject to local rules. Dept 11 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Jouarres?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Jouarres under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Étang de Jouarres?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang de Jouarres. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Jouarres?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Fédération de Pêche Aude). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang de Jouarres
To fish Étang de Jouarres, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Aude is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
