One of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes's natural lakes, Lac d'Arborias in Ain covers 14 hectares and is open to coarse fishing under French public fishing regulations. Lac d'Arborias holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Lac d'Arborias operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Lac d'Arborias is 399 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.
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Lac d'Arborias 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 (AAPPMA Montrevel-en-Bresse) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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