Fishing at Lac de Meaulx

About Fishing at Lac de Meaulx

Lac de Meaulx is a compact 13.6-hectare reservoir in the Mediterranean hills of Alpes-Maritimes, offering bank-only carp fishing with pike, tench and perch in a scenic setting ideal for a southern France trip. Night fishing is not permitted here (2nd Category water), so plan for daytime sessions, and the distance from Calais (557 miles) makes this a destination for those exploring Provence rather than a quick cross-Channel break. You'll need to contact FDAAPPMA 06 (Fédération Pêche Alpes-Maritimes) in advance to confirm access and obtain the required fishing permit.

Fish Species at Lac de Meaulx

Lac de Meaulx holds carp, pike, perch, tench, black bass. 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 Lac de Meaulx — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 06 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-Maritimes. Licences are available online before your trip.

Fishing Season & Rules

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 06 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-Maritimes) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How big is Lac de Meaulx?+
  Lac de Meaulx covers 34 acres (14 ha) in Alpes-Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France. It is a public reservoir managed under the French AAPPMA system.
• What fish can I catch at Lac de Meaulx?+
  The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Black Bass. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
• Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Meaulx?+
  Night fishing at Lac de Meaulx is not permitted. Night carp not authorised in Alpes-Maritimes. The department has no prefectoral arrêté authorising night carp on lakes. Source: peche06.fr Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
• Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Meaulx?+
  Bivvy camping restrictions apply at Lac de Meaulx. Full details including any overnight exemptions are available to PiscaMaps members.
• Are boats allowed at Lac de Meaulx?+
  Boat use is restricted at Lac de Meaulx. Mountain lake.
• How far is Lac de Meaulx from Calais?+
  Lac de Meaulx is approximately 557 miles from Calais by road. Allow a full travel day from Calais.
• Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Meaulx?+
  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 (FDAAPPMA 06 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-Maritimes). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.

Planning a Trip to Lac de Meaulx

To fish Lac de Meaulx, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 06 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-Maritimes is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.

Alpes-Maritimes is home to numerous public fishing venues. Browse all venues in Alpes-Maritimes or explore all of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.

Nearby Fishing Lakes

Other public fishing venues near Lac de Meaulx on PiscaMaps:

• Lac de Méaulx, Var
• Lac de Bannegon, Var
• Lac de l'Endre, Var
• Lacs de l'Endre et de la Rimade, Var
• Lac de la Gaudrade, Var
• Lac de l'Arèna, Var
• Lac Aurélien, Var
• Lac de Saint-Cassien, Var
• Lac Saint-Esprit, Var
• Lac du Fournel, Var
• Étangs de Villepey, Var
• Lac des Dames, Var