Allier · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 44 acres (18 ha)
Allier, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 44 acres (18 ha) Reservoir Night fishing Bivvy permitted 322mi from Calais
About Retenue de Montrigon
Formed by damming a river valley in Allier, Retenue de Montrigon is a small public reservoir covering 18 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
For UK carp anglers, night fishing at Retenue de Montrigon is allowed: Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Allier.. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Retenue de Montrigon is 322 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
Reservoir
Size
44 acres (18 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
322 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de l'Allier
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Retenue de Montrigon 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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Retenue de Montrigon covers 44 acres (18 ha) in Allier, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Retenue de Montrigon?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Retenue de Montrigon?+
Night fishing at Retenue de Montrigon is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Allier..
Are bivvies allowed at Retenue de Montrigon?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Retenue de Montrigon under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Retenue de Montrigon from Calais?+
Retenue de Montrigon is approximately 322 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Retenue de Montrigon?+
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 l'Allier).
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.
