Retenue de la Roche Bat l'Aigle is a small public water in the Indre department of Centre-Val de Loire, France. The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Night fishing is permitted at Retenue de la Roche Bat l'Aigle — Creuse River Dam. Selected night zones. Regarding boats: Electric motors only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 306 miles from Calais, Retenue de la Roche Bat l'Aigle requires a longer journey from the UK, but Centre-Val de Loire — a central region with excellent pike, perch and carp fishing across its river systems and lakes — rewards the trip.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Retenue de la Roche Bat l'Aigle holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, tench, 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 (AAPPMA de Saint-Plantaire) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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