Ain · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 86 acres (35 ha)
Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 86 acres (35 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 351mi from Calais
About Les Orcières
Les Orcières is a small natural lake in Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 35 hectares of freshwater fishing. 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 Les Orcières — Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de Montrevel-en-Bresse.. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 351 miles from Calais, Les Orcières 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
Lake
Size
86 acres (35 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
351 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Montrevel-en-Bresse
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Les Orcières covers 86 acres (35 ha) in Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Les Orcières?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Les Orcières?+
Night fishing at Les Orcières is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de Montrevel-en-Bresse..
Are bivvies allowed at Les Orcières?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Les Orcières under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Les Orcières from Calais?+
Les Orcières is approximately 351 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Les Orcières?+
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 Montrevel-en-Bresse).
Fishing in Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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