The carte Arcep fibre is an interactive map showing France's fibre optic internet coverage, updated monthly by the French telecom regulator ARCEP.
ARCEP, the Autorité de Régulation des Communications Électroniques et des Postes, tracks fibre deployments across France. The map displays three statuses:
As of June 2023, 83% of premises in France had access to fibre optic internet, according to ARCEP's latest report.
| Coverage Type | Percentage of Premises | Deployment Status |
|---|---|---|
| Fibre to the Home (FTTH) | 78% | Mostly deployed |
| Fibre to the Building (FTTB) | 5% | Under deployment |
| Fibre to the Curb (FTTC) | 2% | Planned |
Most fibre deployments in France are FTTH, where fibre runs directly to individual homes. FTTB serves multi-dwelling units, while FTTC connects to street cabinets.
France aims to achieve 100% fibre coverage by 2025. The carte Arcep fibre helps:
I used the map to verify fibre availability before moving to a rural area in Brittany. The tool confirmed that my new home would have access within six months.
Many people confuse the carte Arcep fibre with commercial ISP coverage maps. Unlike ISP maps, which show their specific networks, the ARCEP map aggregates data from all operators, providing a neutral view of coverage.
Another misconception is that the map shows real-time availability. In fact, it updates monthly, so users should confirm current availability with their chosen ISP.
To check coverage:
For technical details about fibre optic technology, consult ARCEP's documentation or contact your ISP.