Lac de Monteynard is a substantial 210-hectare reservoir in the Isère region, offering excellent opportunities for carp alongside pike, zander, and bream in a scenic Alpine setting. Night fishing is permitted on designated sectors, making it ideal for dedicated carp anglers—confirm specific zones and regulations with AAPPMA de l'Isère before your trip. Boats are allowed, which opens up productive deeper water and quieter bays; note this is a long haul from Calais (451 miles) but rewarding for those willing to travel south towards the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
Night fishing at Lac de Monteynard is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Isère requires specific authorisation. Only Étang de la Taillat (Meylan) is a permanent parcours. Other sites require annual application submitted before 1 March. Check current authorised sites at peche-isere.com before fishing at night. Source: peche-isere.com/parcours-peche-isere/la-carpe-de-nuit.html
Boat fishing: Boats are permitted at Lac de Monteynard. Boats permitted per Isère navigation rules (RPPN de Monteynard applies). Navigation regulated.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Monteynard under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. Standard French bivouac law applies.
Required permits & cards: Isère departmental card or CHI/EHGO/URNE. Specific Monteynard AP applies. Night carp per AP n°38-2025-01-28-00003.
Managed by AAPPMA de l'Isère. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Monteynard holds carp, pike, perch, zander, bream. 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 Monteynard — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de l'Isère. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Lac de Monteynard, 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'Isère is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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