Formed by damming a river valley in Isère, Étang du Carré is a small public reservoir covering 10 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Étang du Carré, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 395 miles from Calais, Étang du Carré 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.
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Étang du Carré holds carp, pike, perch, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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.
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