The 1,378-acre reservoir of Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet sits within the Hautes-Alpes department of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Bream and Black Bass, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Petrol & Electric (Windy!). Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet is 454 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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Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet 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 La Gaule de la Mure / FDAAPPMA 05) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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