Étang du Chêne is a compact 15.91-hectare reservoir in Isère offering solid mixed fishing for carp, pike, perch, tench and bream in a quiet, local setting. Bank fishing only with no night fishing allowed, so it suits daytime sessions rather than extended trips; at 398 miles from Calais, it's best combined with other regional venues to justify the journey. You'll need an Isère AAPPMA day ticket and should check current FD 38 regulations before visiting, as smaller French waters can have specific seasonal restrictions.
Night fishing at Étang du Chêne 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 du Chêne 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 du Chêne holds carp, 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 du Chêne — 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 du Chêne, 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 du Chêne is 398 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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