Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 763 acres (309 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 464mi from Calais
About Lac du Sautet
Lac du Sautet is a large public reservoir in the Hautes-Alpes department of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, covering 309 hectares (763-acre) of open water. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike and Black Bass.
Fishing at Lac du Sautet is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Petrol & Electric. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Lac du Sautet is 464 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
Hautes-Alpes
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
763 acres (309 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
464 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA La Gaule du Valbonnais / FDAAPPMA 05
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA La Gaule du Valbonnais / FDAAPPMA 05) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac du Sautet?+
Lac du Sautet covers 763 acres (309 ha) in Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac du Sautet?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike, Black Bass.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac du Sautet?+
Night fishing at Lac du Sautet is not permitted. 1st Category (Private).
Are bivvies allowed at Lac du Sautet?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac du Sautet under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac du Sautet from Calais?+
Lac du Sautet is approximately 464 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac du Sautet?+
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 (AAPPMA La Gaule du Valbonnais / FDAAPPMA 05).
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