Réserve Georges Serres is a pristine 10.5-hectare alpine reservoir in Provence offering bank fishing for pike, perch and black bass in stunning mountain scenery — though it's classified as 1st Category (trout water), so carp anglers may find limited opportunities here. Night fishing isn't permitted on this intimate venue, and boats are forbidden, making it a daytime bank-fishing proposition some 481 miles south of Calais. You'll need to check with FDAAPPMA 04 before planning a trip, as 1st Category waters in France are tightly regulated and may not suit carp-focused anglers.
At 481 miles from Calais, Réserve Georges Serres 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.
Night fishing at Réserve Georges Serres is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this mountain/alpine lake. Only 4 specific lowland plans d'eau in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence have night carp authorisation (Lac de la Forestière, Buissonnades Est/Sud, Lac du Brunet, Retenue de Castillon). Source: AP n°2025-029-006 — peche04.fr Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Réserve Georges Serres.
Bivouac & overnight camping is not permitted at Réserve Georges Serres.
Required permits & cards: Verify local access rules.
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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Réserve Georges Serres holds brown trout, rainbow trout, perch, pike, black bass. 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 Réserve Georges Serres — 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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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.
To fish Réserve Georges Serres, 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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