Les Orcières is a compact 35-hectare natural lake in Ain offering solid carp fishing alongside pike, bream and tench in a peaceful setting around 350 miles south-east of Calais. Night fishing is permitted for carp, making it viable for extended sessions, though you'll be fishing from the bank only as boats aren't allowed. You'll need to confirm your specific pitch and night-fishing arrangements directly with AAPPMA de Montrevel-en-Bresse before your trip, and obtain your local fishing permit from them.
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.
Night fishing at Les Orcières is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Ain's 2026 arrêté only covers specific designated venues (Lac de Barterand, Étangs du Comte, de la Rica, Plan d'eau de Glandieu, La Malourdie casiers 3/4/10, Plan d'eau de Cormoranche, plus Ain/Rhône/Saône river sections). Source: federation-peche-ain.com/parcours-carpes-de-nuit/ Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Les Orcières under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Ain departmental card or CHI/EHGO/URNE.
Managed by AAPPMA de Montrevel-en-Bresse. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Les Orcières holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench. 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 Les Orcières — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Montrevel-en-Bresse. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Les Orcières, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Montrevel-en-Bresse is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Les Orcières is 351 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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