Lac Chambon is an intimate 10-hectare Normandy reservoir perfect for UK anglers seeking a quieter, focused carp session within striking distance of the Channel ports (139 miles from Calais). Day fishing only from the bank keeps the venue peaceful and uncrowded, with solid populations of carp alongside pike and tench. You'll need an AAPPMA day permit from the local Eure federation before fishing.
Night fishing at Étang du Lac Chambon is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Eure night carp is authorised on the Seine and its associated ballastières/gravières in river valleys. Whether this specific plan d'eau is on the arrêté: check eure-peche.com for the current list. Source: eure-peche.com/3364-reglementation.htm Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang du Lac Chambon under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA locale (Eure). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang du Lac Chambon holds carp, pike, perch, tench. 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 Étang du Lac Chambon — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale (Eure). Licences are available online before your trip.
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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 locale (Eure)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang du Lac Chambon, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale (Eure) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang du Lac Chambon is 139 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
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