Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 146 acres (59 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 491mi from Calais
About Retenue de la Saulce ou de Curbans
Retenue de la Saulce ou de Curbans is a medium-sized public reservoir in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence department of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, covering 59 hectares (146-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream and Black Bass, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Retenue de la Saulce ou de Curbans is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Dangerous currents. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 491 miles from Calais, Retenue de la Saulce ou de Curbans 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.
Department
Alpes-de-Haute-Provence
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
146 acres (59 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
491 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Verdon Colostre / FDAAPPMA 04
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Fish Species at Retenue de la Saulce ou de Curbans
Retenue de la Saulce ou de Curbans holds carp, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream, black bass. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 (AAPPMA Verdon Colostre / FDAAPPMA 04) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Retenue de la Saulce ou de Curbans?+
Retenue de la Saulce ou de Curbans covers 146 acres (59 ha) in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
What fish can I catch at Retenue de la Saulce ou de Curbans?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream, Black Bass.
Is night fishing allowed at Retenue de la Saulce ou de Curbans?+
Night fishing at Retenue de la Saulce ou de Curbans is not permitted. Durance compensation basin.
Are bivvies allowed at Retenue de la Saulce ou de Curbans?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Retenue de la Saulce ou de Curbans under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Retenue de la Saulce ou de Curbans from Calais?+
Retenue de la Saulce ou de Curbans is approximately 491 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Retenue de la Saulce ou de Curbans?+
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 Verdon Colostre / FDAAPPMA 04).
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.
