Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 10 acres (4 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 497mi from Calais
About Lac de Saint-Léger
Lac de Saint-Léger is a intimate natural lake in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, covering 4 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Lac de Saint-Léger is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Lac de Saint-Léger is 497 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.
1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (FDAAPPMA 04 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-de-Haute-Provence) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac de Saint-Léger?+
Lac de Saint-Léger covers 10 acres (4 ha) in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Saint-Léger?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Saint-Léger?+
Night fishing at Lac de Saint-Léger is not permitted. 1st Cat / Private focus.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Saint-Léger?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Saint-Léger under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Saint-Léger from Calais?+
Lac de Saint-Léger is approximately 497 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Saint-Léger?+
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 04 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-de-Haute-Provence).
Fishing in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Alpes-de-Haute-Provence is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
