Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 12 acres (5 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 496mi from Calais
About Lac de Longet
Lac de Longet is a intimate natural lake in Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, covering 5 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Pike, Perch and Tench.
Fishing at Lac de Longet is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 496 miles from Calais, Lac de Longet 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.
Department
Hautes-Alpes
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Water Type
Lake
Size
12 acres (5 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
496 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 05 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Alpes
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac de Longet?+
Lac de Longet covers 12 acres (5 ha) in Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Longet?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Longet?+
Night fishing at Lac de Longet is not permitted. High Alt (Ubaye/05 border).
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Longet?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Longet under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Longet from Calais?+
Lac de Longet is approximately 496 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Longet?+
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 05 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Alpes).
Fishing in Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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