Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 8 acres (3 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 508mi from Calais
About Lac de l'Orrenaye
Lac de l'Orrenaye is a intimate natural lake in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, covering 3 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Pike, Perch and Tench.
Fishing at Lac de l'Orrenaye is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 508 miles from Calais, Lac de l'Orrenaye 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.
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 04 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-de-Haute-Provence) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac de l'Orrenaye?+
Lac de l'Orrenaye covers 8 acres (3 ha) in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de l'Orrenaye?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de l'Orrenaye?+
Night fishing at Lac de l'Orrenaye is not permitted. High Alt (Ubaye).
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de l'Orrenaye?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de l'Orrenaye under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de l'Orrenaye from Calais?+
Lac de l'Orrenaye is approximately 508 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de l'Orrenaye?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (FDAAPPMA 04 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-de-Haute-Provence).
Fishing in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Alpes-de-Haute-Provence is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
