Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 865 acres (350 ha) Reservoir Night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 540mi from Calais
About Lac de Quinson
Lac de Quinson is a large public reservoir in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, covering 350 hectares (865-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Catfish and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Night fishing is permitted at Lac de Quinson — Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA des Alpes-de-Haute-Provence.. Regarding boats: Boats permitted. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Lac de Quinson is 540 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.
Department
Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
865 acres (350 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
540 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA des Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
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Lac de Quinson holds carp, pike, perch, zander, catfish, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Lac de Quinson covers 865 acres (350 ha) in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Quinson?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Catfish, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Quinson?+
Night fishing at Lac de Quinson is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA des Alpes-de-Haute-Provence..
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Quinson?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Quinson under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Quinson from Calais?+
Lac de Quinson is approximately 540 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Quinson?+
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 (AAPPMA des Alpes-de-Haute-Provence).
Fishing in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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