Ariège, Occitanie 3 acres (1 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang Noir de Cabaillere
Étang Noir de Cabaillere is a shallow lowland pond in Ariège, Occitanie, offering classic coarse fishing in a rural setting typical of south-central France. This intimate étang is ideal for anglers targeting smaller fish species in a peaceful, accessible environment.
Department
Ariège
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Water
Size
3 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Ariège
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang Noir de Cabaillere
Night fishing at Étang Noir de Cabaillere is not permitted. Dept 09 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang Noir de Cabaillere.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang Noir de Cabaillere 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 Ariège. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang Noir de Cabaillere holds carp, tench, roach, rudd, perch, pike, crucian carp, bream. 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 Noir de Cabaillere — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Ariège. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang Noir de Cabaillere covers 3 acres (1 ha) in Ariège, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang Noir de Cabaillere?+
The water holds Carp, Tench, Roach, Rudd, Perch, Pike, Crucian carp, Bream. 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 Noir de Cabaillere?+
Night fishing at Étang Noir de Cabaillere is not permitted. Dept 09 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 Noir de Cabaillere?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang Noir de Cabaillere 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 Noir de Cabaillere?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang Noir de Cabaillere. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang Noir de Cabaillere?+
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 Ariège). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang Noir de Cabaillere
To fish Étang Noir de Cabaillere, 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 Ariège is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
