Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 3 acres (1 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 470mi from Calais
About Lac de Roaffan
Lac de Roaffan is a intimate natural lake in Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, covering 1 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Lac de Roaffan is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 470 miles from Calais, Lac de Roaffan requires a longer journey from the UK, but Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur — a stunning region with mountain lakes, large reservoirs and excellent carp fishing in the south — rewards the trip.
Department
Hautes-Alpes
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Water Type
Lake
Size
3 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
470 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 05 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Alpes
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (FDAAPPMA 05 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Alpes) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac de Roaffan?+
Lac de Roaffan covers 3 acres (1 ha) in Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Roaffan?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Roaffan?+
Night fishing at Lac de Roaffan is not permitted. 1st Cat (Family site).
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Roaffan?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Roaffan under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Roaffan from Calais?+
Lac de Roaffan is approximately 470 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Roaffan?+
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 (FDAAPPMA 05 / Fédération Pêche Hautes-Alpes).
Fishing in Hautes-Alpes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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