Lac du Lit au Roi is a substantial 52-hectare reservoir in the Ain region offering excellent mixed fishing with healthy carp and catfish populations alongside pike, zander and bream—making it a versatile choice if you want variety. Night fishing is permitted in designated zones, and the lake allows all motor types, giving you flexibility for exploring productive areas. Located roughly 400 miles from Calais, it's a serious road trip, but worth the journey if big water and diverse species appeal to you. You'll need to pick up a day ticket from FD 01 (Fédération de Pêche de l'Ain) or fish through an AAPPMA; always check current zone restrictions before your session.
Night fishing at Lac du Lit au Roi is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Ain's 2026 arrêté only covers specific designated venues (Lac de Barterand, Étangs du Comte, de la Rica, Plan d'eau de Glandieu, La Malourdie casiers 3/4/10, Plan d'eau de Cormoranche, plus Ain/Rhône/Saône river sections). Source: federation-peche-ain.com/parcours-carpes-de-nuit/ Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boats are permitted at Lac du Lit au Roi. All motors allowed (Rhône bypass)
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac du Lit au Roi under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FD 01 (Fédération de Pêche de l'Ain). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac du Lit au Roi holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. 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 du Lit au Roi — you will also need to be affiliated with FD 01 (Fédération de Pêche de l'Ain). Licences are available online before your trip.
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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 (FD 01 (Fédération de Pêche de l'Ain)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac du Lit au Roi, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FD 01 (Fédération de Pêche de l'Ain) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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