Allier · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 49 acres (20 ha)
Allier, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 49 acres (20 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 327mi from Calais
About Étangs de Pourcheroux
One of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes's natural lakes, Étangs de Pourcheroux in Allier covers 20 hectares and is open to coarse fishing under French public fishing regulations. Étangs de Pourcheroux holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream and Tench, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Étangs de Pourcheroux permits night fishing — Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Allier. — making it a viable destination for longer carp sessions. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Étangs de Pourcheroux is 327 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Allier
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Lake
Size
49 acres (20 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
327 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de l'Allier
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Étangs de Pourcheroux 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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Étangs de Pourcheroux covers 49 acres (20 ha) in Allier, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Étangs de Pourcheroux?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étangs de Pourcheroux?+
Night fishing at Étangs de Pourcheroux is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Allier..
Are bivvies allowed at Étangs de Pourcheroux?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étangs de Pourcheroux under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étangs de Pourcheroux from Calais?+
Étangs de Pourcheroux is approximately 327 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étangs de Pourcheroux?+
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
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