Barrage de Mas Chaban is a solid 90-hectare reservoir in Charente offering excellent carp alongside pike, perch, zander and bream, with boats permitted for exploring deeper zones. Night fishing is allowed for carp anglers, making it ideal for extended sessions, though you'll need to confirm current rules with AAPPMA de la Charente before arrival. Located 364 miles from Calais in south-western France, it's best suited to anglers combining multiple venues in the region.
Night fishing at Barrage de Mas Chaban is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Charente requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Check peche16.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: peche16.fr
Boat fishing: Boats are permitted at Barrage de Mas Chaban. Barrage lake — boats permitted.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Barrage de Mas Chaban under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Charente departmental card (CHI).
Managed by AAPPMA de la Charente. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Barrage de Mas Chaban holds carp, pike, perch, zander, bream. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Barrage de Mas Chaban — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de la Charente. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Barrage de Mas Chaban, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de la Charente is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Barrage de Mas Chaban is 364 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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