Lac des Mortes is a serene 7.8-hectare natural lake in the Jura mountains, offering bank fishing for pike and perch alongside trout species in a genuinely peaceful setting—a world away from pressured lowland venues. Day fishing only (1st Category water), so this suits anglers seeking quality over quantity in stunning countryside roughly 360 miles from Calais. Contact the local AAPPMA (Société de Pêche du Haut Jura, based in Morez) for permit details and bank access permissions.
Night fishing at Lac des Mortes is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Jura's arrêté only covers specific designated venues — this lake is not among them. Source: peche-jura.com/parcours-carpe-de-nuit.html Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac des Mortes under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA Société de Pêche du Haut Jura (Morez). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac des Mortes holds brown trout, rainbow trout, perch, pike. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac des Mortes — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Société de Pêche du Haut Jura (Morez). Licences are available online before your trip.
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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 (AAPPMA Société de Pêche du Haut Jura (Morez)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac des Mortes, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Société de Pêche du Haut Jura (Morez) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Lac des Mortes is 359 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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