Ardèche · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 4 acres (2 ha)
Ardèche, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 4 acres (2 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac Ferrand
Lac Ferrand is a lowland lake in the Ardèche region of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, offering accessible fishing in the heart of central-eastern France. This peaceful water is ideal for anglers seeking a relaxing session targeting common coarse and predatory species.
Department
Ardèche
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Water
Size
4 acres (2 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Ardèche
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac Ferrand
Night fishing at Lac Ferrand is not permitted. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Lac Ferrand.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac Ferrand 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 Ardèche. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac Ferrand — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Ardèche. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac Ferrand covers 4 acres (2 ha) in Ardèche, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac Ferrand?+
The water holds carp, pike, perch, roach, bream, tench, catfish.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac Ferrand?+
Night fishing at Lac Ferrand is not permitted. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac Ferrand?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac Ferrand 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 Ferrand?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac Ferrand. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac Ferrand?+
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 Ardèche). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac Ferrand
To fish Lac Ferrand, 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 Ardèche is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.