Public Fishing in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France
418 public lakes, rivers and canals across 11 departments — Bream, Brown Trout, Carp, Catfish, Perch, Pike, Rainbow Trout, Tench, Zander.
Fishing in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Home to the Massif Central and the French Alps, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes has 418 public venues offering some of the most spectacular fishing settings in France. Mountain lakes, volcanic crater lacs and wide lowland rivers provide habitats for a wide range of species including Brown Trout, Pike and Carp.
Species found across Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes's public waters include Bream, Brown Trout, Carp, Catfish, Perch, Pike, Rainbow Trout, Tench, Zander. All venues require a valid Carte de Pêche and affiliation with the local AAPPMA.
Departments in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Select a department to see its fishing venues, night fishing rules and species information.
Savoie
141 venues
🌙 1 night 🏕️ 139 bivvy
Bream, Brown Trout, Carp
Haute-Savoie
65 venues
🌙 2 night 🏕️ 58 bivvy
Bream, Brown Trout, Carp
Ain
63 venues
🌙 13 night 🏕️ 60 bivvy
Bream, Carp, Catfish
Loire
34 venues
🌙 5 night 🏕️ 34 bivvy
Bream, Brown Trout, Carp
Rhône
27 venues
🌙 7 night 🏕️ 25 bivvy
Bream, Brown Trout, Carp
Cantal
24 venues
🌙 7 night 🏕️ 21 bivvy
Bream, Brown Trout, Carp
Isère
19 venues
🌙 2 night 🏕️ 19 bivvy
Bream, Brown Trout, Carp
Puy-de-Dôme
16 venues
🌙 2 night 🏕️ 15 bivvy
Bream, Brown Trout, Carp
Haute-Loire
11 venues
🌙 1 night 🏕️ 11 bivvy
Bream, Brown Trout, Carp
Allier
10 venues
🌙 7 night 🏕️ 10 bivvy
Bream, Carp, Catfish
Drôme
8 venues
🌙 3 night 🏕️ 8 bivvy
Bream, Brown Trout, Carp
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How many public fishing venues are there in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes?+
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes has 418 public fishing venues listed on PiscaMaps, spanning 11 departments. These include lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across the region.
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Is night fishing allowed in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes?+
50 venues in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes permit night fishing. Rules vary by venue and department — always check the individual venue page and confirm with the local AAPPMA before fishing at night.
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What fish species can I catch in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes?+
Public waters in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes hold Bream, Brown Trout, Carp, Catfish, Perch, Pike, Rainbow Trout, Tench, Zander. Species availability varies by venue and water type.
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Can I bivvy camp at fishing venues in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes?+
400 out of 418 venues in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes permit bivvy camping under standard French bivouac rules. Check each venue page for specific permissions.
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Do I need a fishing licence for Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA for the water you are fishing.
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How do I find the best carp fishing in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes?+
Use the PiscaMaps interactive map to filter venues in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes by species, size and night fishing permissions. All public venues with carp are listed with full rules and access information.
