Allier · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 86 acres (35 ha)
Allier, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 86 acres (35 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 324mi from Calais
About Étang de Bézenet
One of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes's natural lakes, Étang de Bézenet in Allier covers 35 hectares and is open to coarse fishing under French public fishing regulations. Étang de Bézenet holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream and Tench, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Étang de Bézenet permits night fishing — Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de Bézenet. — making it a viable destination for longer carp sessions. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
At 324 miles from Calais, Étang de Bézenet 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
Allier
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Lake
Size
86 acres (35 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
324 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Bézenet
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Étang de Bézenet 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 de Bézenet covers 86 acres (35 ha) in Allier, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Bézenet?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Bézenet?+
Night fishing at Étang de Bézenet is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de Bézenet..
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Bézenet?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Bézenet under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Bézenet from Calais?+
Étang de Bézenet is approximately 324 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Bézenet?+
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 de Bézenet).
Fishing in Allier, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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