Étang de l'Olivier is a sprawling 205-hectare Provençal reservoir with solid populations of carp, pike, zander and bream — a real find for UK anglers seeking something beyond the northern French circuit. Day fishing only, with electric boats permitted, so you'll need to plan your sessions around daylight hours and bring a sounder if boat work appeals. You'll need a French fishing licence and membership with FDAAPPMA 13 (Bouches-du-Rhône federation); it's a fair trek from Calais at 534 miles, but worth it for the Mediterranean warmth and diverse fishing.
Night fishing at Étang de l'Olivier is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Bouches-du-Rhône has 13 designated night carp parcours, all weekend-only (Fri–Mon), year-round. Check peche13.fr/4904-carpe-de-nuit.htm for the full list. Source: peche13.fr/4904-carpe-de-nuit.htm Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang de l'Olivier. Coastal industrial area — not for recreational navigation.
Bivouac & overnight camping is not permitted at Étang de l'Olivier.
Required permits & cards: Not a standard public freshwater fishing venue.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 13 / Fédération Pêche Bouches-du-Rhône. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de l'Olivier holds carp, pike, perch, zander, bream, black bass. 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 l'Olivier — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 13 / Fédération Pêche Bouches-du-Rhône. Licences are available online before your trip.
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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 (FDAAPPMA 13 / Fédération Pêche Bouches-du-Rhône) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de l'Olivier, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 13 / Fédération Pêche Bouches-du-Rhône is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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