Essonne, Île-de-France 4 acres (2 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac du Château Fraye
Lac du Château Fraye is a peaceful lowland lake in the Essonne department of Île-de-France, offering accessible fishing in the gentle countryside south of Paris. This productive water is well-suited for both casual anglers and those seeking a quiet day on the water in France's most visited region.
Department
Essonne
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Water
Size
4 acres (2 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Essonne
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac du Château Fraye
Night fishing at Lac du Château Fraye is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 91 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Lac du Château Fraye.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac du Château Fraye 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 Essonne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac du Château Fraye holds common carp, mirror carp, grass carp, tench, roach, rudd, perch, pike, bream, crucian carp. 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 du Château Fraye — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Essonne. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac du Château Fraye covers 4 acres (2 ha) in Essonne, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac du Château Fraye?+
The water holds Common carp, Mirror carp, Grass carp, Tench, Roach, Rudd, Perch, Pike, Bream, Crucian carp.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac du Château Fraye?+
Night fishing at Lac du Château Fraye is subject to local rules. Dept 91 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac du Château Fraye?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac du Château Fraye 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 Château Fraye?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac du Château Fraye. 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 Château Fraye?+
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 Essonne). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac du Château Fraye
To fish Lac du Château Fraye, 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 Essonne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
