The French Boat Lure Fishing Championship returns to Vassivière in 2025
Who Will Be the Next French Champions?
The Mercury Fishing Cup is a boat fishing championship that awards the winning duo the coveted title of French Champion and the opportunity to join the French team to participate in international competitions such as the World Championships.
Last year, the team of Armand Michaud and William Courte dethroned the inaugural winners, Jean-Baptiste Morel and Nicolas Noël, and took home a check for €10,000. The competition promises to be fierce again this year!
An Exceptional Location: Lake Vassivière
Located between Haute-Vienne (87) and Creuse (23), Lake Vassivière is one of the largest bodies of water in France, covering nearly 1,000 hectares. This iconic site, renowned for its rich aquatic fauna, is home to an abundant population of pike, zander, and perch. With its numerous coves and deep waters, it offers an ideal setting for the competition and promises a fierce battle between the best anglers in the country, where choosing from numerous fishing options will be key to success.
A Look Back at the Previous Edition
The 2024 edition of the Mercury Fishing Cup was memorable with:
- 103 boats entered,
- 206 anglers competing,
- 30 volunteers mobilized to ensure the organization,
- 2 days of intense fishing,
- 10 hours of live online coverage allowing enthusiasts to follow the event live.
Registration Opening
Registration for this new edition will open on August 29, 2025, via the My FFPS application (available on the Apple Store and Google Play).
What They’re Saying:
Yann Diquerreau, Marketing Manager at Mercury Marine: “We are proud to support the Mercury Fishing Cup, which has established itself as the largest recreational fishing event in France. This third edition promises to be even more spectacular, and we look forward to seeing the best anglers compete on such a prestigious site.”
Michel Polydor, President of FFPS Carnassier: “The commitment of volunteers and partners is essential to making this event a success. The Mercury Fishing Cup, as the French Boat Fishing Championship, is an unmissable reference that brings together all the major players in recreational fishing in France.”
An Event Not to Be Missed!
With new surprises and increasingly attractive prizes, the Mercury Fishing Cup III promises to be an unforgettable event for fishing and competition enthusiasts.
A teaser was released last week.
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