The 251-acre reservoir of Étang de la Gravière sits within the Vaucluse department of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Étang de la Gravière holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream and Black Bass, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Étang de la Gravière operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Danger (Hydro currents). Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
At 519 miles from Calais, Étang de la Gravière 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.
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Étang de la Gravière 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 (FDAAPPMA 84 / Fédération Pêche Vaucluse) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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