Isère · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 6 acres (3 ha)
Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 6 acres (3 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac de l'Âne
Lac de l'Âne is a pristine alpine trout lake nestled in the high-altitude waters of Isère, offering excellent fly-fishing opportunities in a stunning mountain setting. This classic mountain lake provides cold, clear conditions ideal for wild brown and brook trout throughout the season.
Department
Isère
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Water
Size
6 acres (3 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Isère
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac de l'Âne
Night fishing at Lac de l'Âne is not permitted. Night fishing prohibited. Mountain/Category 1 trout water — French law prohibits night fishing between 30 min after sunset and 30 min before sunrise. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Lac de l'Âne.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de l'Âne under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Isère. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de l'Âne holds brown trout, brook trout, arctic char.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac de l'Âne — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Isère. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac de l'Âne covers 6 acres (3 ha) in Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de l'Âne?+
The water holds brown trout, brook trout, arctic char.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de l'Âne?+
Night fishing at Lac de l'Âne is not permitted. Night fishing prohibited. Mountain/Category 1 trout water — French law prohibits night fishing between 30 min after sunset and 30 min before sunrise. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de l'Âne?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de l'Âne under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Lac de l'Âne?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac de l'Âne. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de l'Âne?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Fédération de Pêche Isère). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac de l'Âne
To fish Lac de l'Âne, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Isère is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
