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Étang de Caderousse is a compact 25-hectare natural lake in Provence offering solid mixed fishing for carp, catfish and pike in a peaceful southern French setting, roughly 490 miles south of Calais. Night carp fishing is permitted here, making it a viable option for dedicated UK anglers seeking warmer-water fishing away from the crowded north. Bank fishing only, so pack accordingly—contact AAPPMA du Vaucluse in advance to confirm current night-fishing rules and obtain your mandatory fishing permit.
Étang de Caderousse is 492 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur — a stunning region with mountain lakes, large reservoirs and excellent carp fishing in the south — the fishing is well worth it.
Night fishing at Étang de Caderousse is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Vaucluse requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Check federationpeche84.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: federationpeche84.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Caderousse under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA du Vaucluse. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
Étang de Caderousse holds carp, pike, perch, bream, 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 Caderousse — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Vaucluse. Licences are available online before your trip.
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France is the closest mainland European fishing destination for UK anglers. The Channel Tunnel (Folkestone–Calais, ~35 min) is the fastest crossing, while P&O Ferries (Dover–Calais, ~90 min) offer good value for heavy kit. Most northern French venues are within 2–4 hours of Calais; southern venues require a full day of driving.
A Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence) is required for all freshwater fishing. Buy online at cartedepeche.fr before you travel. Annual, weekly and daily options are available and include your AAPPMA affiliation for the selected department.
To fish Étang de Caderousse, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Vaucluse is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
Vaucluse is home to numerous public fishing venues. Browse all venues in Vaucluse or explore all of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.
France offers outstanding fishing year-round. The main coarse close season applies to some rivers (typically January–March for certain species), but still-water carp fishing on private and AAPPMA-managed lakes is available throughout the year. Spring (March–June) is the classic French carp season, with fish actively feeding and moving into shallow margins. Summer nights (June–August) are ideal for big-fish sessions on the large public reservoirs and rivers. Autumn (September–November) is particularly productive on the Auvergne and Languedoc lakes as temperatures drop. The Loire and Saône river systems produce excellent catfish sport from June through September, while the Dordogne and its tributaries fish well for chub, barbel and trout from spring through autumn.
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