Corse-du-Sud, Corse 65 acres (26 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang de Santa Giulia
Étang de Santa Giulia is a pristine high-altitude alpine lake nestled in the mountainous terrain of southern Corsica, offering excellent conditions for fly fishing and traditional trout methods. This remote mountain water provides anglers with outstanding scenery and the chance to pursue wild trout in an unspoiled Mediterranean alpine setting.
Department
Corse-du-Sud
Region
Corse
Water Type
Water
Size
65 acres (26 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Corse-du-Sud
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang de Santa Giulia
Night fishing at Étang de Santa Giulia 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.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Santa Giulia 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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Étang de Santa Giulia holds brown trout, rainbow trout, arctic char.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Étang de Santa Giulia — 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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Étang de Santa Giulia covers 65 acres (26 ha) in Corse-du-Sud, Corse, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Santa Giulia?+
The water holds Brown trout, Rainbow trout, Arctic char.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Santa Giulia?+
Night fishing at Étang de Santa Giulia 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 Étang de Santa Giulia?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Santa Giulia 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 Étang de Santa Giulia?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang de Santa Giulia. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Santa Giulia?+
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 Étang de Santa Giulia
To fish Étang de Santa Giulia, 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.
