Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 303 acres (123 ha) Lake No night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 449mi from Calais
About Grand Lac de Laffrey
Grand Lac de Laffrey is a medium-sized natural lake in Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, covering 123 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike and Black Bass.
Fishing at Grand Lac de Laffrey is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Electric motors only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Grand Lac de Laffrey is 449 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur — a stunning region with mountain lakes, large reservoirs and excellent carp fishing in the south — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Hautes-Alpes
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Water Type
Lake
Size
303 acres (123 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
449 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA La Gaule de Laffrey / FDAAPPMA 05
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA La Gaule de Laffrey / FDAAPPMA 05) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Grand Lac de Laffrey?+
Grand Lac de Laffrey covers 303 acres (123 ha) in Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
What fish can I catch at Grand Lac de Laffrey?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike, Black Bass.
Is night fishing allowed at Grand Lac de Laffrey?+
Night fishing at Grand Lac de Laffrey is not permitted. 1st Category / Deep.
Are bivvies allowed at Grand Lac de Laffrey?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Grand Lac de Laffrey under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Grand Lac de Laffrey from Calais?+
Grand Lac de Laffrey is approximately 449 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Grand Lac de Laffrey?+
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 La Gaule de Laffrey / FDAAPPMA 05).
Fishing in Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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