Corse-du-Sud, Corse 61 acres (25 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Réservoir de l’Ortolo
Réservoir de l'Ortolo is a pristine high-altitude alpine trout water nestled in the mountainous terrain of southern Corsica, offering excellent fly-fishing opportunities in a stunning Mediterranean setting. This remote mountain lake provides challenging conditions for skilled anglers seeking native and stocked trout in one of France's most spectacular island destinations.
Department
Corse-du-Sud
Region
Corse
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
61 acres (25 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Unknown
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Corse-du-Sud
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Réservoir de l’Ortolo
Night fishing at Réservoir de l’Ortolo is not permitted. Night fishing prohibited. Mountain/Category 1 trout water — French law prohibits night fishing between 30 min after sunset and 30 min before sunrise. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Réservoir de l’Ortolo 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 Corse-du-Sud. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Réservoir de l’Ortolo holds brown trout, rainbow trout, arctic char.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Réservoir de l’Ortolo — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Corse-du-Sud. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Réservoir de l’Ortolo covers 61 acres (25 ha) in Corse-du-Sud, Corse, France. It is a public reservoir managed under the French AAPPMA system.
What fish can I catch at Réservoir de l’Ortolo?+
The water holds Brown trout, Rainbow trout, Arctic char.
Is night fishing allowed at Réservoir de l’Ortolo?+
Night fishing at Réservoir de l’Ortolo is not permitted. Night fishing prohibited. Mountain/Category 1 trout water — French law prohibits night fishing between 30 min after sunset and 30 min before sunrise. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Réservoir de l’Ortolo?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Réservoir de l’Ortolo 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 Réservoir de l’Ortolo?+
Boats are not permitted at Réservoir de l’Ortolo. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Réservoir de l’Ortolo?+
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 Corse-du-Sud). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Réservoir de l’Ortolo
To fish Réservoir de l’Ortolo, 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 Corse-du-Sud is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
