Lac de Saint-Suspi is a compact natural lake near Miramas offering intimate bank fishing for pike, perch and tench in the Provence heartland — ideal if you're exploring southern France beyond the classic northern venues. Night fishing isn't permitted due to its urban setting, so this is a daytime-only destination, though the sheltered banks and mixed species make it a pleasant change of pace. You'll need to contact Fédération Pêche Bouches-du-Rhône (FDAAPPMA 13) for day permits and to confirm current access arrangements before your trip.
Lac de Saint-Suspi is 530 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 Lac de Saint-Suspi 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.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Saint-Suspi under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Bouches-du-Rhône card (CHI).
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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Lac de Saint-Suspi 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 Lac de Saint-Suspi — 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 Lac de Saint-Suspi, 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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