Ain · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 62 acres (25 ha)
Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 62 acres (25 ha) Reservoir Night fishing Bivvy permitted 394mi from Calais
About Lac de Glandieu
Lac de Glandieu is a small public reservoir in the Ain department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 25 hectares (62-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Night fishing is permitted at Lac de Glandieu — Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Ain.. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 394 miles from Calais, Lac de Glandieu 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
Ain
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
62 acres (25 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
394 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de l'Ain
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Lac de Glandieu 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 Glandieu covers 62 acres (25 ha) in Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Glandieu?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Glandieu?+
Night fishing at Lac de Glandieu is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Ain..
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Glandieu?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Glandieu under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Glandieu from Calais?+
Lac de Glandieu is approximately 394 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Glandieu?+
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 l'Ain).
Fishing in Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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