Var · Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · France · 15 acres (6 ha)
Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 15 acres (6 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac de la Gaudrade
Lac de la Gaudrade is a lowland reservoir in the Var department of Provence, offering anglers access to warm Mediterranean waters ideal for summer fishing. This scenic water provides good opportunities for both coarse and predatory fish species in a picturesque Provençal setting.
Department
Var
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Water Type
Water
Size
15 acres (6 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Var
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac de la Gaudrade
Night fishing at Lac de la Gaudrade is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 83 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de la Gaudrade under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Var. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de la Gaudrade holds pike, zander, perch, roach, carp, catfish, tench, crucian carp, bream.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac de la Gaudrade — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Var. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac de la Gaudrade covers 15 acres (6 ha) in Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de la Gaudrade?+
The water holds pike, zander, perch, roach, carp, catfish, tench, crucian carp, bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de la Gaudrade?+
Night fishing at Lac de la Gaudrade is subject to local rules. Dept 83 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de la Gaudrade?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de la Gaudrade under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Lac de la Gaudrade?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac de la Gaudrade. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de la Gaudrade?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Fédération de Pêche Var). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac de la Gaudrade
To fish Lac de la Gaudrade, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Var is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
