Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 5 acres (2 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 481mi from Calais
About Réserve des Manes
One of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur's natural lakes, Réserve des Manes in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence covers 2 hectares and is open to coarse fishing under French public fishing regulations. Anglers can expect to encounter Pike, Perch and Tench.
Réserve des Manes operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
At 481 miles from Calais, Réserve des Manes requires a longer journey from the UK, but Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur — a stunning region with mountain lakes, large reservoirs and excellent carp fishing in the south — rewards the trip.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Réserve des Manes?+
Réserve des Manes covers 5 acres (2 ha) in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
What fish can I catch at Réserve des Manes?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Réserve des Manes?+
Night fishing at Réserve des Manes is not permitted. High Alt (Ubaye).
Are bivvies allowed at Réserve des Manes?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Réserve des Manes under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Réserve des Manes from Calais?+
Réserve des Manes is approximately 481 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Réserve des Manes?+
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.
