Lac du Forlet is a compact natural lake in the Vosges foothills offering intimate bank fishing for pike and perch amid stunning mountain scenery—ideal if you're seeking a change of pace from French carp lakes. At just 2.8 hectares, it's day-only fishing with no boats allowed, making it perfect for a focused, peaceful session around 306 miles from Calais. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA permit from Haut-Rhin/Vosges to fish here.
Night fishing at Lac du Forlet is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Haut-Rhin requires AAPPMA-specific authorisation. Check peche68.fr for plans d'eau with night carp permitted. Source: peche68.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac du Forlet under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA locale Haut-Rhin / Vosges. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac du Forlet 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 du Forlet — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale Haut-Rhin / Vosges. Licences are available online before your trip.
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2nd Category water. Carp/coarse: open all year. Pike: 25 Apr 2026–31 Jan 2027 (closed Feb–Apr). Zander/Perch/Catfish: all year. Pike season as above.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA locale Haut-Rhin / Vosges) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac du Forlet, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale Haut-Rhin / Vosges is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Lac du Forlet is 306 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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