Ain · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 297 acres (120 ha)
Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 297 acres (120 ha) Lake Night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 352mi from Calais
About Plaine Tonique
Set in the Ain department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Plaine Tonique is a medium-sized natural lake of 120 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
For UK carp anglers, night fishing at Plaine Tonique is allowed: Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de Montrevel-en-Bresse.. Regarding boats: Electric motors permitted. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 352 miles from Calais, Plaine Tonique 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
297 acres (120 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
352 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Montrevel-en-Bresse
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Plaine Tonique holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Plaine Tonique covers 297 acres (120 ha) in Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Plaine Tonique?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Plaine Tonique?+
Night fishing at Plaine Tonique is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de Montrevel-en-Bresse..
Are bivvies allowed at Plaine Tonique?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Plaine Tonique under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Plaine Tonique from Calais?+
Plaine Tonique is approximately 352 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Plaine Tonique?+
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
Ain 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.
