Pyrénées-Orientales · Occitanie · France · Public River
Pyrénées-Orientales, Occitanie River No night fishing
About La Matassa
Running through the Pyrénées-Orientales department of Occitanie, La Matassa is a public river open to coarse anglers under French fishing regulations. Species present include Trout, Chub, Dace, Eel and Mullet.
Night fishing is not permitted on La Matassa, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: No boats permitted on this small Pyrenean river..
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Department
Pyrénées-Orientales
Region
Occitanie
Water Type
River
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
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A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish La Matassa. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Night fishing on La Matassa is subject to local rules. Night fishing allowed in 2nd category zones from June to September with authorization in Pyrénées-Orientales. Plan as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed on La Matassa?+
Bivvy camping restrictions apply on La Matassa. Full details are available to PiscaMaps members.
Are boats allowed on La Matassa?+
Boat use is restricted. No boats permitted on this small Pyrenean river.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish La Matassa?+
Yes — a valid Carte de Pêche is required, available from cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA covering this stretch. Annual, weekly and daily licences are available.
Planning a Trip to La Matassa
To fish La Matassa, you need a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK and affiliation with the local AAPPMA covering this stretch. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
