Haute-Corse, Corse 307 acres (124 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac de Calacuccia
Lac de Calacuccia is a pristine high-altitude alpine lake in the heart of Haute-Corse, offering excellent trout fishing in a dramatic mountain setting. This scenic Corsican water provides challenging conditions for anglers seeking quality trout in an isolated, rugged environment.
Department
Haute-Corse
Region
Corse
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
307 acres (124 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Haute-Corse
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac de Calacuccia
Night fishing at Lac de Calacuccia is not permitted. Night fishing prohibited. Mountain/Category 1 trout water — French law prohibits night fishing between 30 min after sunset and 30 min before sunrise. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Calacuccia under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Haute-Corse. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Calacuccia holds brown trout, rainbow trout, arctic char.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac de Calacuccia — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Haute-Corse. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac de Calacuccia covers 307 acres (124 ha) in Haute-Corse, Corse, France. It is a public reservoir managed under the French AAPPMA system.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Calacuccia?+
The water holds brown trout, rainbow trout, Arctic char.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Calacuccia?+
Night fishing at Lac de Calacuccia is not permitted. Night fishing prohibited. Mountain/Category 1 trout water — French law prohibits night fishing between 30 min after sunset and 30 min before sunrise. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Calacuccia?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Calacuccia under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Lac de Calacuccia?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac de Calacuccia. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Calacuccia?+
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 (Fédération de Pêche Haute-Corse). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac de Calacuccia
To fish Lac de Calacuccia, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Haute-Corse is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
