Drôme · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 12 acres (5 ha)
Drôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 12 acres (5 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted 460mi from Calais
About Lac aux Truites
Located in Drôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Lac aux Truites is a intimate public water of 5 hectares. Species present include Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac aux Truites, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 460 miles from Calais, Lac aux Truites requires a longer journey from the UK, but Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — rewards the trip.
Department
Drôme
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Water
Size
12 acres (5 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
460 miles
Managed by
FD 26 (Fédération de Pêche de la Drôme)
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: approx. Apr–Sep (mountain lake – confirm local dates). No night fishing. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (FD 26 (Fédération de Pêche de la Drôme)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac aux Truites?+
Lac aux Truites covers 12 acres (5 ha) in Drôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac aux Truites?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac aux Truites?+
Night fishing at Lac aux Truites is not permitted. Small mountain/Vercors water. 1st category rules apply.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac aux Truites?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac aux Truites under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac aux Truites from Calais?+
Lac aux Truites is approximately 460 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac aux Truites?+
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 (FD 26 (Fédération de Pêche de la Drôme)).
Fishing in Drôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Drôme 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.
