According to the French pond price observatory by ma-propriete.fr, which analyses DVF transactions recorded from July 2020 to December 2025, the median price of a hectare of pond in the Saône-et-Loire stands at €27 281/ha in 2025, down about 10% on 2021. In the Bresse and Charolais, lands of ponds, with 52 sales recorded since 2020. This is above the 2025 national median (€25 235/ha).
| Median pond price in the Saône-et-Loire (€/ha) | 2020* | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DVF median | 8 857 | 30 310 | 25 103 | 15 809 | 29 930 | 27 281 |
* 2020: second half only.
| Ponds in the Saône-et-Loire – key figures 2025 | Value |
|---|---|
| Median price 2025 | €27 281/ha |
| Average price 2025 | €27 930/ha |
| Price range 2025 (P10–P90) | €16 880 – €39 629/ha |
| Median area 2025 | 2.2 ha |
| Number of sales 2025 | 6 |
The Saône-et-Loire department is a region rich in natural landscapes and ponds. Several attractive towns such as Chalon-sur-Saône, Mâcon and Montceau-les-Mines are located nearby, offering a pleasant living environment for those who wish to invest in land assets. Ponds are varied ecosystems where one can come across different aquatic species, such as the famous koi carp and trout, as well as aquatic plants such as water lilies.
If you are considering buying a pond, there are many options available on the market. You can browse the ponds for sale to explore these opportunities. Be sure as well to stay informed about the legislation governing the purchase and management of ponds in this department.
For those interested in broader aspects of nature, the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region offers magnificent landscapes and varied resources, including majestic forests and hunting properties. Good maintenance of your property is essential, and for this, feel free to read the guide to pond maintenance.
Finally, for those interested in larger investments, it is wise to discover the forest properties, which can offer sustainable returns while preserving the natural beauty of the region.
