Allier · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 37 acres (15 ha)
Allier, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 37 acres (15 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 323mi from Calais
About Étang de Cournauron
One of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes's natural lakes, Étang de Cournauron in Allier covers 15 hectares and is open to coarse fishing under French public fishing regulations. Étang de Cournauron holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Bream, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Étang de Cournauron permits night fishing — Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Allier. — 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.
Étang de Cournauron is 323 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Allier
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Lake
Size
37 acres (15 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
323 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de l'Allier
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Étang de Cournauron covers 37 acres (15 ha) in Allier, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Cournauron?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Cournauron?+
Night fishing at Étang de Cournauron is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Allier..
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Cournauron?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Cournauron under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Cournauron from Calais?+
Étang de Cournauron is approximately 323 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Cournauron?+
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 l'Allier).
Fishing in Allier, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Allier is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
