Étang de la Rama is a compact 20-hectare reservoir in the Isère offering solid mixed fishing with healthy carp and catfish populations alongside pike and bream—ideal for a short, focused trip without the crowds of larger venues. Bank fishing only, daylight hours (no night fishing), so expect a leisurely day-session approach in a quieter Alpine setting, roughly 395 miles southeast of Calais. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA membership (available locally through FD 38) to fish here.
At 395 miles from Calais, Étang de la Rama 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.
Night fishing at Étang de la Rama is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Isère requires specific authorisation. Only Étang de la Taillat (Meylan) is a permanent parcours. Other sites require annual application submitted before 1 March. Check current authorised sites at peche-isere.com before fishing at night. Source: peche-isere.com/parcours-peche-isere/la-carpe-de-nuit.html
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de la Rama under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Isère card or CHI/EHGO/URNE.
Managed by FD 38 (Fédération de Pêche de l'Isère). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Rama holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, tench, bream. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Étang de la Rama — you will also need to be affiliated with FD 38 (Fédération de Pêche de l'Isère). Licences are available online before your trip.
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2nd Category water. Carp/coarse: open all year. Pike: 25 Apr 2026–31 Jan 2027 (closed Feb–Apr). Zander/Perch/Catfish: all year. Pike season as above.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (FD 38 (Fédération de Pêche de l'Isère)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de la Rama, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FD 38 (Fédération de Pêche de l'Isère) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de la Rama is 395 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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