Allier · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 62 acres (25 ha)
Allier, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 62 acres (25 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 310mi from Calais
About Étang de Gouzolles
Étang de Gouzolles is a small natural lake in Allier, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 25 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 de Gouzolles — Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Allier.. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 310 miles from Calais, Étang de Gouzolles 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
62 acres (25 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
310 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de l'Allier
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Étang de Gouzolles 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 Gouzolles covers 62 acres (25 ha) in Allier, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Gouzolles?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Gouzolles?+
Night fishing at Étang de Gouzolles is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Allier..
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Gouzolles?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Gouzolles under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Gouzolles from Calais?+
Étang de Gouzolles is approximately 310 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Gouzolles?+
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.
