Lot-et-Garonne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 36 acres (15 ha)
Lot-et-Garonne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 36 acres (15 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 452mi from Calais
About Retenue de l'Aygue Rousse
Retenue de l'Aygue Rousse is a small public reservoir in the Lot-et-Garonne department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, covering 15 hectares (36-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench and Black Bass, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Retenue de l'Aygue Rousse is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 452 miles from Calais, Retenue de l'Aygue Rousse requires a longer journey from the UK, but Nouvelle-Aquitaine — a vast region stretching from the Dordogne to the Basque Country, with outstanding fishing across its many departments — rewards the trip.
Department
Lot-et-Garonne
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
36 acres (15 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
452 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 47 / AAPPMA locale
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Retenue de l'Aygue Rousse holds carp, pike, perch, tench, black bass. 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 (FDAAPPMA 47 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Retenue de l'Aygue Rousse?+
Retenue de l'Aygue Rousse covers 36 acres (15 ha) in Lot-et-Garonne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Retenue de l'Aygue Rousse?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Black Bass.
Is night fishing allowed at Retenue de l'Aygue Rousse?+
Night fishing at Retenue de l'Aygue Rousse is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Retenue de l'Aygue Rousse?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Retenue de l'Aygue Rousse under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Retenue de l'Aygue Rousse from Calais?+
Retenue de l'Aygue Rousse is approximately 452 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Retenue de l'Aygue Rousse?+
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 47 / AAPPMA locale).
Fishing in Lot-et-Garonne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Lot-et-Garonne is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Nouvelle-Aquitaine departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
