Ain · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 9 acres (4 ha)
Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 9 acres (4 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only
About Fishing at Étang Chaffaud
A 3.6-hectare pond typical of the region's mixed agricultural and wooded terrain, providing a peaceful setting for anglers. Electric boats are permitted, allowing exploration of the water while targeting common French still-water species such as carp and pike during daylight hours.
Department
Ain
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Water
Size
9 acres (4 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang Chaffaud
Night fishing at Étang Chaffaud is not permitted. Dept 01 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Rules shown are based on departmental defaults. Confirm with the local AAPPMA before fishing.
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Étang Chaffaud covers 9 acres (4 ha) in Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang Chaffaud?+
Species information is available to PiscaMaps members.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang Chaffaud?+
Night fishing at Étang Chaffaud is not permitted. Dept 01 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 Étang Chaffaud?+
Bivvy camping restrictions apply at Étang Chaffaud. Full details including any overnight exemptions are available to PiscaMaps members.
Are boats allowed at Étang Chaffaud?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang Chaffaud. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang Chaffaud?+
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 covering Étang Chaffaud. Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang Chaffaud
To fish Étang Chaffaud, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
