Lac de Sainte-Croix

Set in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France, Lac de Sainte-Croix is a reservoir that holds the typical mix of warm-water and cool-water species you'd expect for the area. Anglers fishing Lac de Sainte-Croix usually focus their effort on transitions: the edges of weed beds, points that stick out into deeper water, and the shaded sides of any inflow. Early morning and the last hour of light tend to be the most productive windows on a body of water this size.

Location

43.7673, 6.1930 · View on OpenStreetMap →

Species at This Spot

Northern pikeCommon roachPumpkinseedEuropean perch

Fishing Techniques

• For Northern pike

  Vary your retrieval speed and add pauses to entice strikes, especially in colder water.

• For Common roach

  When fishing for roach, use light tackle and fine lines for better bite detection.

• For Pumpkinseed

  Use light tackle, such as an ultralight rod and reel with 4-6 pound test line, for maximum sensitivity and fun while fishing for pumpkinseeds.

Recommended Gear

Tackle commonly used to target the species at Lac de Sainte-Croix.

Plan Your Trip

Before fishing Lac de Sainte-Croix, make sure your licence covers Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France and that any species-specific seasons are open. Local regulations change year to year, so check the current rules rather than going from memory.

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