Vaucluse, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 3 acres (1 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Contre-canal
Contre-canal is a lowland lake in Vaucluse, Provence, offering anglers access to productive warm-water fishing in the heart of the Rhône Valley. This accessible venue provides good opportunities for both recreational and serious anglers seeking typical Mediterranean-influenced freshwater species.
Department
Vaucluse
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Water Type
Water
Size
3 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Vaucluse
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Contre-canal
Night fishing at Contre-canal is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 84 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Contre-canal.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Contre-canal under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Vaucluse. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Contre-canal — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Vaucluse. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Contre-canal covers 3 acres (1 ha) in Vaucluse, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
What fish can I catch at Contre-canal?+
The water holds carp, pike, perch, roach, tench, catfish, crucian carp, bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Contre-canal?+
Night fishing at Contre-canal is subject to local rules. Dept 84 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Contre-canal?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Contre-canal under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Contre-canal?+
Boats are not permitted at Contre-canal. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Contre-canal?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Fédération de Pêche Vaucluse). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Contre-canal
To fish Contre-canal, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Vaucluse is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
