Fishing at Lac de Conflans

About Fishing at Lac de Conflans

Lac de Conflans is a scenic 60-hectare reservoir in the Jura offering solid carp fishing alongside pike, zander and bream, making it a rewarding mixed-species venue roughly 370 miles from Calais. Night carp sessions are permitted here, and electric-motor boats are allowed, giving you flexibility for exploring this mid-sized water. You'll need a French fishing licence and AAPPMA La Valouzienne membership—contact them directly to confirm current night-fishing arrangements before your trip.

Fish Species at Lac de Conflans

Lac de Conflans holds carp, pike, perch, zander, bream. 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 Conflans — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA La Valouzienne. Licences are available online before your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How big is Lac de Conflans?+
  Lac de Conflans covers 148 acres (60 ha) in Jura, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France. It is a public reservoir managed under the French AAPPMA system.
• What fish can I catch at Lac de Conflans?+
  The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Bream. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
• Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Conflans?+
  Night fishing at Lac de Conflans is permitted. Night carp confirmed on designated sectors. Vegetable baits/boilies only. Immediate release. For precise sector limits check: peche-jura.com/parcours-carpe-de-nuit.html
• Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Conflans?+
  Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Conflans 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. Standard rules apply.
• Are boats allowed at Lac de Conflans?+
  Boat use is restricted at Lac de Conflans. No specific rules found.
• How far is Lac de Conflans from Calais?+
  Lac de Conflans is approximately 370 miles from Calais by road. Allow a full travel day from Calais.
• Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Conflans?+
  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 (AAPPMA La Valouzienne). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.

Planning a Trip to Lac de Conflans

To fish Lac de Conflans, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA La Valouzienne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Lac de Conflans is 370 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.

Night fishing is permitted at Lac de Conflans — always check the current rules with AAPPMA La Valouzienne before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.

Jura is home to numerous public fishing venues. Browse all venues in Jura or explore all of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté.

Nearby Fishing Lakes

Other public fishing venues near Lac de Conflans on PiscaMaps:

• Retenue de Cize-Bolozon, Ain
• Retenue de Charmine-Moux, Ain
• Retenue de Charmines, Ain
• Lac de Coiselet, Ain
• Retenue de Matafelon-Samognat, Ain
• Lac de Peyrolles, Ain
• Lac de Nantua, Ain
• Plan d'eau de la Grange du Pin, Ain
• Plan d'eau de la Grange du Pin, Ain
• Étang des Pilles, Ain
• Lac de Sylans, Ain
• Lac Genin, Ain