Étangs de Sauvebonne is an intimate 2.2-hectare natural lake in Provence offering day-only bank fishing for pike, perch and tench in a peaceful, scenic setting—ideal if you're seeking a quieter alternative to busier northern venues. Located 574 miles south of Calais, it's best suited as part of a longer Provence trip rather than a weekend dash. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA 83 membership to fish here; check with Fédération Pêche Var beforehand for current access arrangements.
Étangs de Sauvebonne is 574 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 Étangs de Sauvebonne is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Var requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Check current authorised sites at pechevar.fr before fishing at night. Source: pechevar.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étangs de Sauvebonne under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Var card (CHI). Mandatory online peg reservation. No-kill.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 83 / Fédération Pêche Var. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étangs de Sauvebonne holds pike, perch, tench. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Étangs de Sauvebonne — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 83 / Fédération Pêche Var. 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 83 / Fédération Pêche Var) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étangs de Sauvebonne, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 83 / Fédération Pêche Var is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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