Lac de Pelleautier is a scenic 23-hectare natural lake in Provence offering solid carp fishing alongside pike, tench and bream in a quieter, family-oriented setting—ideal if you're seeking an alternative to busier venues. Bank fishing only, with no night sessions permitted (2nd category water), so plan day sessions around the alpine seasons. Located 484 miles from Calais in the stunning Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, you'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA membership; contact FDAAPPMA 04 for local permits and seasonal conditions before travelling.
Night fishing at Lac de Pelleautier is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Only 4 specific plans d'eau in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence have night carp authorisation: Lac de la Forestière (Manosque), Lacs des Buissonnades Est/Sud (Oraison), Lac du Brunet, Retenue de Castillon (specific bank sections). All are weekend-only, April–December. Source: AP n°2025-029-006 — peche04.fr Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Pelleautier under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Alpes-de-Haute-Provence card (CHI).
Managed by FDAAPPMA 04 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-de-Haute-Provence. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Pelleautier holds carp, pike, perch, tench, bream, black bass. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac de Pelleautier — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 04 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-de-Haute-Provence. Licences are available online before your trip.
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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 04 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-de-Haute-Provence) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac de Pelleautier, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 04 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-de-Haute-Provence is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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