Lac de Creutzwald is a compact 12-hectare natural lake in Moselle offering solid carp and tench prospects from the bank, ideal if you prefer a more intimate venue away from larger tourist lakes. Night fishing is permitted for carp anglers (confirm current permissions with AAPPMA de Moselle), and the mixed species population—including pike and bream—keeps things interesting if the carp are slow. Located 246 miles from Calais, it's a worthwhile detour for those exploring Grand Est; you'll need an AAPPMA day ticket and French fishing licence to fish here.
Night fishing at Lac de Creutzwald is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. In Moselle only three specific federation lakes have night carp authorisation: Étang du Bruch, Étang de Juville, and Étangs 2 & 3 de Uckange. All require an annual vignette supplement (€100/€50). All other Moselle waters: night fishing prohibited. Source: federationpeche57.fr/où-pêcher Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Required permits & cards: Moselle card (FDAAPPMA57) or URNE/CHI/EHGO.
Managed by AAPPMA de Moselle. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Creutzwald holds carp, pike, perch, bream, 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 Creutzwald — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Moselle. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Lac de Creutzwald, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Moselle is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Lac de Creutzwald is 246 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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