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This intimate 1.2-hectare natural lake in Charente-Maritime offers a peaceful day-fishing-only venue ideal for UK anglers seeking a break from pressured waters, with strong populations of pike, perch and tench across its banks. Located 419 miles south of Calais in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, it's a tranquil spot that rewards patient, methodical anglers but demands an early start given the daylight-only restriction. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA membership (contact FDAAPPMA 17 for local permit details) — bank fishing only, no boats.
Lagune de Saut et Andron is 419 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Nouvelle-Aquitaine — a vast region stretching from the Dordogne to the Basque Country, with outstanding fishing across its many departments — the fishing is well worth it.
Night fishing at Lagune de Saut et Andron is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Charente-Maritime requires specific prefectoral authorisation. Check peche17.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: peche17.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lagune de Saut et Andron under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 17 / AAPPMA locale. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
Lagune de Saut et Andron 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 Lagune de Saut et Andron — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 17 / AAPPMA locale. 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 17 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
France is the closest mainland European fishing destination for UK anglers. The Channel Tunnel (Folkestone–Calais, ~35 min) is the fastest crossing, while P&O Ferries (Dover–Calais, ~90 min) offer good value for heavy kit. Most northern French venues are within 2–4 hours of Calais; southern venues require a full day of driving.
A Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence) is required for all freshwater fishing. Buy online at cartedepeche.fr before you travel. Annual, weekly and daily options are available and include your AAPPMA affiliation for the selected department.
To fish Lagune de Saut et Andron, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 17 / AAPPMA locale is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
Charente-Maritime is home to numerous public fishing venues. Browse all venues in Charente-Maritime or explore all of Nouvelle-Aquitaine.
France offers outstanding fishing year-round. The main coarse close season applies to some rivers (typically January–March for certain species), but still-water carp fishing on private and AAPPMA-managed lakes is available throughout the year. Spring (March–June) is the classic French carp season, with fish actively feeding and moving into shallow margins. Summer nights (June–August) are ideal for big-fish sessions on the large public reservoirs and rivers. Autumn (September–November) is particularly productive on the Auvergne and Languedoc lakes as temperatures drop. The Loire and Saône river systems produce excellent catfish sport from June through September, while the Dordogne and its tributaries fish well for chub, barbel and trout from spring through autumn.
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