Formed by damming a river valley in Var, Lac d'Esparron is a large public reservoir covering 319 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Bream and Black Bass — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
For UK carp anglers, night fishing at Lac d'Esparron is allowed: Booking Mandatory. Regarding boats: Electric motors only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 534 miles from Calais, Lac d'Esparron requires a longer journey from the UK, but Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur — a stunning region with mountain lakes, large reservoirs and excellent carp fishing in the south — rewards the trip.
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Lac d'Esparron holds carp, pike, perch, zander, bream, black bass. 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 (AAPPMA Verdon Colostre / FDAAPPMA 83) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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