Sarthe · Pays de la Loire · France · 64 acres (26 ha)
Sarthe, Pays de la Loire 64 acres (26 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac des oiseaux
Lac des oiseaux is a lowland lake in the Sarthe department of Pays de la Loire, offering anglers a peaceful fishing experience in France's northwestern region. This tranquil water is ideal for both traditional and modern fishing techniques in a classic Loire Valley setting.
Department
Sarthe
Region
Pays de la Loire
Water Type
Water
Size
64 acres (26 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Sarthe
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac des oiseaux
Night fishing at Lac des oiseaux is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 72 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac des oiseaux under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Sarthe. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac des oiseaux — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Sarthe. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac des oiseaux covers 64 acres (26 ha) in Sarthe, Pays de la Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac des oiseaux?+
The water holds pike, perch, roach, bream, carp, tench, crucian carp.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac des oiseaux?+
Night fishing at Lac des oiseaux is subject to local rules. Dept 72 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac des oiseaux?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac des oiseaux under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Lac des oiseaux?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac des oiseaux. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac des oiseaux?+
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 (Fédération de Pêche Sarthe). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac des oiseaux
To fish Lac des oiseaux, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Sarthe is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
