Grand Lac des Estaris is a intimate natural lake in Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, covering 8 hectares of freshwater fishing. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Grand Lac des Estaris is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Grand Lac des Estaris is 477 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur — a stunning region with mountain lakes, large reservoirs and excellent carp fishing in the south — the fishing is well worth it.
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Grand Lac des Estaris holds carp, pike, perch, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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2nd Category water. Carp/coarse: open all year. Pike: 25 Apr 2026–31 Jan 2027 (closed Feb–Apr). Zander/Perch/Catfish: all year. Pike season as above.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (FDAAPPMA 05 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Alpes) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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