Ain · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 3 acres (1 ha)
Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 3 acres (1 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang Carteron
Étang Carteron is a shallow lowland pond in the Ain department of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, offering classic coarse fishing opportunities in a pastoral setting. This intimate étang is ideal for anglers targeting carp, tench, and roach in calm, accessible waters.
Department
Ain
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Water
Size
3 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Ain
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang Carteron
Night fishing at Étang Carteron is not permitted. Dept 01 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang Carteron.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang Carteron under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Ain. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang Carteron holds carp, tench, roach, bream, perch, pike, crucian carp, rudd. 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 Étang Carteron — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Ain. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang Carteron covers 3 acres (1 ha) in Ain, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang Carteron?+
The water holds Carp, Tench, Roach, Bream, Perch, Pike, Crucian carp, Rudd. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang Carteron?+
Night fishing at Étang Carteron is not permitted. Dept 01 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang Carteron?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang Carteron under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Étang Carteron?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang Carteron. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang Carteron?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Fédération de Pêche Ain). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang Carteron
To fish Étang Carteron, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Ain is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
