Isère · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 519 acres (210 ha)
Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 519 acres (210 ha) Reservoir Night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 451mi from Calais
About Lac de Monteynard
Formed by damming a river valley in Isère, Lac de Monteynard is a large public reservoir covering 210 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
For UK carp anglers, night fishing at Lac de Monteynard is allowed: Night carp permitted on designated sectors. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Isère.. Regarding boats: Boats permitted. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 451 miles from Calais, Lac de Monteynard 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
Reservoir
Size
519 acres (210 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
451 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de l'Isère
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Lac de Monteynard holds carp, pike, perch, zander, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Lac de Monteynard covers 519 acres (210 ha) in Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Monteynard?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Monteynard?+
Night fishing at Lac de Monteynard is permitted. Night carp permitted on designated sectors. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Isère..
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Monteynard?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Monteynard under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac de Monteynard from Calais?+
Lac de Monteynard is approximately 451 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Monteynard?+
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'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.
