Isère · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 5 acres (2 ha)
Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 5 acres (2 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 400mi from Calais
About Lac de Crotel
Lac de Crotel is a intimate natural lake in Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 2 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Pike, Perch and Tench.
Fishing at Lac de Crotel is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 400 miles from Calais, Lac de Crotel 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
Isère
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Lake
Size
5 acres (2 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
400 miles
Managed by
FD 38 (Fédération de Pêche de l'Isère)
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac de Crotel?+
Lac de Crotel covers 5 acres (2 ha) in Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Crotel?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Crotel?+
Night fishing at Lac de Crotel is not permitted. Private/Communal pond near Doissin.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Crotel?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Crotel under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Crotel from Calais?+
Lac de Crotel is approximately 400 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Crotel?+
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 38 (Fédération de Pêche de l'Isère)).
Fishing in Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Isère 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.
