Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 38 acres (16 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 536mi from Calais
About Gravière de Istres-la Massuguiere
Gravière de Istres-la Massuguiere is a small public reservoir in the Bouches-du-Rhône department of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, covering 16 hectares (38-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream and Black Bass, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Gravière de Istres-la Massuguiere is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Gravière de Istres-la Massuguiere is 536 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.
Department
Bouches-du-Rhône
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
38 acres (16 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
536 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 13 / Fédération Pêche Bouches-du-Rhône
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Gravière de Istres-la Massuguiere holds carp, pike, perch, 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 13 / Fédération Pêche Bouches-du-Rhône) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Gravière de Istres-la Massuguiere?+
Gravière de Istres-la Massuguiere covers 38 acres (16 ha) in Bouches-du-Rhône, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
What fish can I catch at Gravière de Istres-la Massuguiere?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream, Black Bass.
Is night fishing allowed at Gravière de Istres-la Massuguiere?+
Night fishing at Gravière de Istres-la Massuguiere is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Gravière de Istres-la Massuguiere?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Gravière de Istres-la Massuguiere under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Gravière de Istres-la Massuguiere from Calais?+
Gravière de Istres-la Massuguiere is approximately 536 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Gravière de Istres-la Massuguiere?+
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 (FDAAPPMA 13 / Fédération Pêche Bouches-du-Rhône).
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