Ariège, Occitanie 19 acres (8 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étangs Peyrisses
Étangs Peyrisses is a shallow lowland pond in Ariège, in the Occitanie region of southwestern France, offering a peaceful setting for coarse fishing enthusiasts. This productive étang is ideal for anglers targeting a variety of freshwater species in a calm, accessible environment.
Department
Ariège
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
Water
Size
19 acres (8 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Ariège
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étangs Peyrisses
Night fishing at Étangs Peyrisses is not permitted. Dept 09 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étangs Peyrisses 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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Étangs Peyrisses holds carp, tench, roach, rudd, bream, pike, perch, crucian carp. 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 Étangs Peyrisses — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Ariège. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étangs Peyrisses covers 19 acres (8 ha) in Ariège, Occitanie, France.
What fish can I catch at Étangs Peyrisses?+
The water holds Carp, Tench, Roach, Rudd, Bream, Pike, Perch, Crucian Carp. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at Étangs Peyrisses?+
Night fishing at Étangs Peyrisses 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 Étangs Peyrisses?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étangs Peyrisses 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 Étangs Peyrisses?+
Boats are not permitted at Étangs Peyrisses. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étangs Peyrisses?+
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 Étangs Peyrisses
To fish Étangs Peyrisses, 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.
