Ain · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 42 acres (17 ha)
Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 42 acres (17 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 379mi from Calais
About Étang des Arbois
Étang des Arbois is a small natural lake in Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 17 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 des Arbois — Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Ain.. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 379 miles from Calais, Étang des Arbois 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
Ain
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Lake
Size
42 acres (17 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
379 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de l'Ain
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Étang des Arbois 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 des Arbois covers 42 acres (17 ha) in Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang des Arbois?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang des Arbois?+
Night fishing at Étang des Arbois is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Ain..
Are bivvies allowed at Étang des Arbois?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang des Arbois under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang des Arbois from Calais?+
Étang des Arbois is approximately 379 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang des Arbois?+
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'Ain).
Fishing in Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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