Lac de Glandieu is a compact 25-hectare reservoir in the Ain region offering solid carp fishing alongside pike, perch, bream and tench—ideal if you're looking to escape the crowds of bigger waters. Night fishing is permitted for carp anglers, making it perfect for dedicated sessions, though you'll be working from the bank only. At 394 miles from Calais, it's a serious haul into the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, but worth it if you're exploring beyond the Champagne belt. Confirm night fishing access and current regulations with AAPPMA de l'Ain before your trip.
Night fishing at Lac de Glandieu is authorised under Ain regulations. Night carp confirmed — Plan d'eau de Glandieu (Brégnier-Cordon, 5ha) is explicitly listed in the Ain 2026 night carp parcours table. Year-round, all days. Entire lake open except the beach area. Year-round, all days. Vegetable baits/boilies only. Immediate release. Source: federation-peche-ain.com/parcours-carpes-de-nuit/
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Glandieu under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Ain card or CHI/EHGO/URNE.
Managed by AAPPMA de l'Ain. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Glandieu holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac de Glandieu — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de l'Ain. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Lac de Glandieu, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de l'Ain is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Lac de Glandieu is 394 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Lac de Glandieu — always check the current rules with AAPPMA de l'Ain before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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