Allier · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 30 acres (12 ha)
Allier, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 30 acres (12 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 337mi from Calais
About Plan d'eau de Bellenaves
Set in the Allier department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Plan d'eau de Bellenaves is a small natural lake of 12 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 Plan d'eau de Bellenaves is allowed: Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de Bellenaves.. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Plan d'eau de Bellenaves is 337 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Allier
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Lake
Size
30 acres (12 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
337 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Bellenaves
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Plan d'eau de Bellenaves 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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Plan d'eau de Bellenaves covers 30 acres (12 ha) in Allier, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Plan d'eau de Bellenaves?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Plan d'eau de Bellenaves?+
Night fishing at Plan d'eau de Bellenaves is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de Bellenaves..
Are bivvies allowed at Plan d'eau de Bellenaves?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Plan d'eau de Bellenaves under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Plan d'eau de Bellenaves from Calais?+
Plan d'eau de Bellenaves is approximately 337 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Plan d'eau de Bellenaves?+
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 Bellenaves).
Fishing in Allier, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Allier 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.
