Eure, Normandie 908 acres (367 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 118mi from Calais
About Lac des Deux Amants
Former extraction workings in Eure have left Lac des Deux Amants as a large gravel pit fishery of 367 hectares, popular with coarse anglers in Normandie. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Lac des Deux Amants, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Electric motors only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 118 miles from Calais, Lac des Deux Amants is within easy reach for visiting anglers. Normandie is one of the closest French regions to the UK, making it particularly accessible for shorter fishing trips.
Department
Eure
Region
Normandie
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
908 acres (367 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
118 miles
Managed by
Base de Loisirs Léry-Poses / FDAAPPMA 27
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Lac des Deux Amants holds carp, pike, perch, zander, 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 (Base de Loisirs Léry-Poses / FDAAPPMA 27) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac des Deux Amants?+
Lac des Deux Amants covers 908 acres (367 ha) in Eure, Normandie, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac des Deux Amants?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac des Deux Amants?+
Night fishing at Lac des Deux Amants is not permitted. Poses/Léry Park - Day only.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac des Deux Amants?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac des Deux Amants under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac des Deux Amants from Calais?+
Lac des Deux Amants is approximately 118 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac des Deux Amants?+
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 (Base de Loisirs Léry-Poses / FDAAPPMA 27).
Fishing in Eure, Normandie
Eure is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Normandie departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
