Lac de Blanchemer is an intimate 5.74-hectare natural lake in the Alsace region, offering day-only bank fishing for carp, pike, perch and tench in a peaceful, undisturbed setting. At 306 miles from Calais, it's a serious drive but rewards the journey with a quiet alternative to busier French venues—ideal if you're combining multiple lakes on an eastern France trip. You'll need a valid AAPPMA licence from Haut-Rhin (FDAAPPMA 68) to fish here.
Night fishing at Lac de Blanchemer is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this Vosges mountain lake. High Vosges lakes are classified as 1st category waters (trout/salmonid dominant) — night carp is not authorised here. Source: peche68.fr Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Blanchemer under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by Fédération du Haut-Rhin (FDAAPPMA 68). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Blanchemer 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 Lac de Blanchemer — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération du Haut-Rhin (FDAAPPMA 68). 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 (Fédération du Haut-Rhin (FDAAPPMA 68)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac de Blanchemer, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération du Haut-Rhin (FDAAPPMA 68) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Lac de Blanchemer is 306 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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