Alpes-Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 3 acres (1 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 515mi from Calais
About Lac du Trou de l'Aigle
Lac du Trou de l'Aigle is a intimate natural lake in Alpes-Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, covering 1 hectares of freshwater fishing. The fishery holds Pike, Perch and Tench.
Fishing at Lac du Trou de l'Aigle is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Lac du Trou de l'Aigle is 515 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur — a stunning region with mountain lakes, large reservoirs and excellent carp fishing in the south — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Alpes-Maritimes
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Water Type
Lake
Size
3 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
515 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 06 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-Maritimes
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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 06 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-Maritimes) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Lac du Trou de l'Aigle?+
Lac du Trou de l'Aigle covers 3 acres (1 ha) in Alpes-Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac du Trou de l'Aigle?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac du Trou de l'Aigle?+
Night fishing at Lac du Trou de l'Aigle is not permitted. High Alt (Mercantour).
Are bivvies allowed at Lac du Trou de l'Aigle?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac du Trou de l'Aigle under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac du Trou de l'Aigle from Calais?+
Lac du Trou de l'Aigle is approximately 515 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac du Trou de l'Aigle?+
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 (FDAAPPMA 06 / Fédération Pêche Alpes-Maritimes).
Fishing in Alpes-Maritimes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
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