2 hours from Calais, in the Aisne departement, the completely atypical domain of Sauvage Lake sits in a natural and undeveloped terrain. This 17 acres lake comprises 7 double swims, accessible by car. Anglers looking for new and exciting experiences will be utterly thrilled by this lake with its 9 metre depths and exceptional stock. To give you a head start, 4 rowing boats are provided, free of charge. Average catch is around 25lbs with a record of 51lbs.
Sauvage Lake keeps its wild nature with tree-d and shrubby banks and it is scattered with depths of down to 9 metres. On each swims you will find submerged trees and islets. There are 7 double posts over 7 hectares of lake and each is furnished with a barbecue.
The 450-strong population of carp includes common and Mirrors up to 51llbs. There are also some Koi up to 27 lbs and sturgeons of around 44lbs. You can see that the stock is quality and with them benefiting from depths of down to 9 metres, they can offer some incredible battles. Some small catfish are to be found but they do not impede angling. Some crayfish inhabit Sauvage Lake but are only in real evidence in August; for the rest of the year they are ‘out of the way’.
All swim-posts are gravelled and accessible by car. There are WC. Although the terrain is wild and there is no electricity, the bailiff will gladly take care of charging your equipment on request. No food packages are available at this domain but there is a McDonald’s and many other amenities in under five minutes’ drive.
• Zone Natura 2000; the representatives of Natura 2000 can visit at any time to check the cleanliness, correct management and respect for the flora and fauna of the domain.
• No-Kill policy applies.
• It is strictly forbidden to fish in the small water feature which is near the lake
• WCs are provided free and MUST be used
• NO DOGS ALLOWED
• You are not allowed to invite people from outside without the permission of the manager
• Anglers are responsible for any damages caused by their families and guests.
• Minors are the responsibility of their parents/guardians and must be watched at all time.
• The management will not be held responsible for any damage to person/s or their property
• Cars must be driven at walking speed and parking in the designated area/s
• Strictly forbidden to cut trees or shrubs or otherwise damage the natural environment
• Strictly forbidden to damage fencing, walkways or any other construction
• Strictly forbidden to throw rubbish in the water or on the banks
• Cigarette ends must be correctly disposed of in the usual rubbish
• Swimming/dipping is strictly forbidden
• You must wear, and provide for yourself, safety jackets when using the boats
• Sauvage Lake management disclaims any responsibility for use of boats; the users are solely responsible
• Only electric motors are authorised
• It is strictly forbidden to kill, mutilate or mark any fish or other animal of the domain
• The golden Rule of the domain is silence and everyone is expected to respect this rule, day and night. Sound nuisance is, therefore, forbidden
• Close the site gate after you, every time you pass through it
• Anyone found in a state of insobriety on the domain will be instantly excluded without reimbursement
• Crayfish angling is forbidden day and night
• Fires on the ground are forbidden; raised barbecues are permitted
• 4 rods maximum per angler.
As well as being only 2 hours from Calais, Sauvage Lake benefits from being ideally situated near all amenities; McDonald’s, other restaurants and a supermarket are within 5 minutes’ drive and for other interests, there are vineyards and chateaux to visit nearby.
