Étang des Aigrettes is a small natural lake in Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 26 hectares of freshwater fishing. The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Étang des Aigrettes is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Étang des Aigrettes is 410 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.
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Étang des Aigrettes holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, tench, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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2nd Category water. Carp/coarse: open all year. Pike: 25 Apr 2026–31 Jan 2027 (closed Feb–Apr). Zander/Perch/Catfish: all year. Pike season as above.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA La Gaule Yennoise (Yenne)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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