Puy-de-Dôme · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 124 acres (50 ha)
Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 124 acres (50 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 376mi from Calais
About Lac de Chambon
Formed by damming a river valley in Puy-de-Dôme, Lac de Chambon is a medium-sized public reservoir covering 50 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream and Trout — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac de Chambon, so plan accordingly. No boats are permitted — this is a bank fishing venue. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Lac de Chambon is 376 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Puy-de-Dôme
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
124 acres (50 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
376 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA du Puy-de-Dôme
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Lac de Chambon holds carp, pike, perch, bream, trout. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Lac de Chambon covers 124 acres (50 ha) in Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Chambon?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Trout.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Chambon?+
Night fishing at Lac de Chambon is not permitted. Day fishing only. Verify with AAPPMA du Puy-de-Dôme..
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Chambon?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Chambon under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Chambon from Calais?+
Lac de Chambon is approximately 376 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Chambon?+
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 du Puy-de-Dôme).
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