Var · Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur · France · 62 acres (25 ha)
Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 62 acres (25 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Retenue du Trapan
Retenue du Trapan is a lowland reservoir in the Var department of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, offering anglers a Mediterranean climate fishing experience in southeastern France. This artificial lake provides a scenic setting for both casual and dedicated fishermen seeking warmwater species in the Provençal landscape.
Department
Var
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
62 acres (25 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Var
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Retenue du Trapan
Night fishing at Retenue du Trapan 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 Retenue du Trapan 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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Retenue du Trapan holds carp, pike, perch, roach, tench, catfish, zander. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Retenue du Trapan — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Var. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Retenue du Trapan covers 62 acres (25 ha) in Var, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. It is a public reservoir managed under the French AAPPMA system.
What fish can I catch at Retenue du Trapan?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Roach, Tench, Catfish, Zander. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at Retenue du Trapan?+
Night fishing at Retenue du Trapan 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 Retenue du Trapan?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Retenue du Trapan 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 Retenue du Trapan?+
Boats are not permitted at Retenue du Trapan. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Retenue du Trapan?+
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 Retenue du Trapan
To fish Retenue du Trapan, 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.
