Puy-de-Dôme · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 133 acres (54 ha)
Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 133 acres (54 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 364mi from Calais
About Étang d'Amalbert
Étang d'Amalbert is a medium-sized natural lake in Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 54 hectares of freshwater fishing. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Night fishing is permitted at Étang d'Amalbert — Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA du Puy-de-Dôme.. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 364 miles from Calais, Étang d'Amalbert requires a longer journey from the UK, but Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — rewards the trip.
Department
Puy-de-Dôme
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Lake
Size
133 acres (54 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
364 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA du Puy-de-Dôme
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Étang d'Amalbert holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Étang d'Amalbert covers 133 acres (54 ha) in Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang d'Amalbert?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang d'Amalbert?+
Night fishing at Étang d'Amalbert is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA du Puy-de-Dôme..
Are bivvies allowed at Étang d'Amalbert?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang d'Amalbert under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang d'Amalbert from Calais?+
Étang d'Amalbert is approximately 364 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang d'Amalbert?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA du Puy-de-Dôme).
Fishing in Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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