Lac de Saint-Apollinaire is a scenic 40-hectare alpine reservoir in Provence that holds pike, bream, and trout rather than carp, making it better suited to pike hunters than dedicated carp anglers. Set at high altitude with day-fishing only and no night sessions, it's a beautiful summer destination 487 miles south of Calais if you're combining it with a broader French trip. You'll need to contact AAPPMA des Hautes-Alpes in advance to confirm access and obtain your fishing permit before planning a visit.
Lac de Saint-Apollinaire is 487 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.
Night fishing at Lac de Saint-Apollinaire is not permitted. Night carp is not authorised in Hautes-Alpes. The department is dominated by mountain lakes and salmonid waters (1st category) where night carp fishing is prohibited. Verify with peche-hautes-alpes.com if this is a 2nd category lake with a specific parcours designation. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Saint-Apollinaire under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Hautes-Alpes card (non-reciprocal). Specific AP 05-2024-06-04-00013.
Managed by AAPPMA des Hautes-Alpes. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Saint-Apollinaire holds trout, pike, perch, bream. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac de Saint-Apollinaire — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA des Hautes-Alpes. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Lac de Saint-Apollinaire, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA des Hautes-Alpes is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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