Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 152 acres (62 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 542mi from Calais
About Bassin du Réaltor
Bassin du Réaltor is a medium-sized public reservoir in the Bouches-du-Rhône department of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, covering 62 hectares (152-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream and Black Bass, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Bassin du Réaltor is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 542 miles from Calais, Bassin du Réaltor requires a longer journey from the UK, but Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur — a stunning region with mountain lakes, large reservoirs and excellent carp fishing in the south — rewards the trip.
Department
Bouches-du-Rhône
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
152 acres (62 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
542 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA La Gaule du Réaltor / FDAAPPMA 13
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Bassin du Réaltor holds carp, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream, black bass. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout 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 (AAPPMA La Gaule du Réaltor / FDAAPPMA 13) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Bassin du Réaltor?+
Bassin du Réaltor covers 152 acres (62 ha) in Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
What fish can I catch at Bassin du Réaltor?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream, Black Bass.
Is night fishing allowed at Bassin du Réaltor?+
Night fishing at Bassin du Réaltor is not permitted. Drinking Water (No-Kill).
Are bivvies allowed at Bassin du Réaltor?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Bassin du Réaltor under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Bassin du Réaltor from Calais?+
Bassin du Réaltor is approximately 542 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Bassin du Réaltor?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA La Gaule du Réaltor / FDAAPPMA 13).
Fishing in Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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