Lac Chaffour is an intimate 3.3-hectare alpine lake in the Mercantour high country, offering bank-only fishing for pike and perch in stunning mountain scenery—a refreshing change from lowland French lakes if you fancy exploring beyond the usual carp circuit. Night fishing isn't permitted due to its protected location, but the pristine water and remote setting make daytime sessions rewarding. You'll need to contact the Fédération Pêche Alpes-Maritimes (FDAAPPMA 06) for access details and a local fishing licence before making the 519-mile journey from Calais.
Night fishing at Lac Chaffour is not permitted. Night carp not authorised in Alpes-Maritimes. The department has no prefectoral arrêté authorising night carp on lakes. Source: peche06.fr Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac Chaffour under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Alpes-Maritimes card (CHI).
Managed by FDAAPPMA 06 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-Maritimes. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac Chaffour holds pike, perch, tench. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac Chaffour — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 06 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-Maritimes. 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 (FDAAPPMA 06 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-Maritimes) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac Chaffour, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 06 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-Maritimes is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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