Haut-Rhin, Grand Est 20 acres (8 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac du Ballon
Lac du Ballon is a lowland lake in the Haut-Rhin department of Grand Est, offering accessible fishing opportunities in the Alsatian region. This peaceful water is ideal for anglers seeking a relaxing session with good prospects for multiple species in a picturesque countryside setting.
Department
Haut-Rhin
Region
Grand Est
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
20 acres (8 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Haut-Rhin
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac du Ballon
Night fishing at Lac du Ballon is not permitted. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac du Ballon under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Haut-Rhin. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac du Ballon holds common carp, pike, perch, roach, bream, tench, catfish.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac du Ballon — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Haut-Rhin. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac du Ballon covers 20 acres (8 ha) in Haut-Rhin, Grand Est, France. It is a public reservoir managed under the French AAPPMA system.
What fish can I catch at Lac du Ballon?+
The water holds Common carp, pike, perch, roach, bream, tench, catfish.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac du Ballon?+
Night fishing at Lac du Ballon is not permitted. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac du Ballon?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac du Ballon 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. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Lac du Ballon?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac du Ballon. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac du Ballon?+
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 (Fédération de Pêche Haut-Rhin). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac du Ballon
To fish Lac du Ballon, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Haut-Rhin is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
