Ain · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 32 acres (13 ha)
Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 32 acres (13 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 350mi from Calais
About Lac de Feillens
Set in the Ain department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Lac de Feillens is a small natural lake of 13 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
For UK carp anglers, night fishing at Lac de Feillens is allowed: Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de Feillens.. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Lac de Feillens is 350 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
Ain
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Lake
Size
32 acres (13 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
350 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Feillens
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Lac de Feillens 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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Lac de Feillens covers 32 acres (13 ha) in Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Feillens?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Feillens?+
Night fishing at Lac de Feillens is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de Feillens..
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Feillens?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Feillens under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Feillens from Calais?+
Lac de Feillens is approximately 350 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Feillens?+
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 Feillens).
Fishing in Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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