Drôme · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 26 acres (10 ha)
Drôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 26 acres (10 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 420mi from Calais
About Grand Étang de Vienne
Grand Étang de Vienne is a small public reservoir in the Drôme department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 10 hectares (26-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Grand Étang de Vienne is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 420 miles from Calais, Grand Étang de Vienne 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
Drôme
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
26 acres (10 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
420 miles
Managed by
FD 26 (Fédération de Pêche de la Drôme)
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Grand Étang de Vienne 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 26 (Fédération de Pêche de la Drôme)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Grand Étang de Vienne?+
Grand Étang de Vienne covers 26 acres (10 ha) in Drôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Grand Étang de Vienne?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Grand Étang de Vienne?+
Night fishing at Grand Étang de Vienne is not permitted. Usually refers to ponds near the Isère border. No public night carp authorization in 2026.
Are bivvies allowed at Grand Étang de Vienne?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Grand Étang de Vienne under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Grand Étang de Vienne from Calais?+
Grand Étang de Vienne is approximately 420 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Grand Étang de Vienne?+
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 (FD 26 (Fédération de Pêche de la Drôme)).
Fishing in Drôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Drôme is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
