The 1,575-acre reservoir of Lac de l'Aigle sits within the Corrèze department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Lac de l'Aigle holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Bream and Black Bass, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Lac de l'Aigle permits night fishing — Restricted / Rugged access — making it a viable destination for longer carp sessions. Regarding boats: Petrol & Electric allowed. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
At 391 miles from Calais, Lac de l'Aigle requires a longer journey from the UK, but Nouvelle-Aquitaine — a vast region stretching from the Dordogne to the Basque Country, with outstanding fishing across its many departments — rewards the trip.
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Lac de l'Aigle holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, bream, black bass. 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 (FDAAPPMA 19 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Corrèze is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Nouvelle-Aquitaine departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
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