Salin de Giraud is a shallow lowland lake in the Camargue region of Provence, known for its brackish waters and unique coastal wetland habitat. This Mediterranean-influenced water offers distinctive fishing opportunities in one of southern France's most ecologically rich areas.
Night fishing at Salin de Giraud is authorised under Bouches-du-Rhône regulations. Night fishing for carp authorized Friday evening to Monday morning year-round. Only plant-based baits allowed.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Salin de Giraud 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 Bouches-du-Rhône. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Salin de Giraud holds pike, perch, roach, rudd, carp, mullet, bass, eels. 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 Salin de Giraud — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Bouches-du-Rhône. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Salin de Giraud, 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 Bouches-du-Rhône is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
Night fishing is permitted at Salin de Giraud — always check the current rules with Fédération de Pêche Bouches-du-Rhône before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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