Retenue de la Roche Bat l'Aigle is a scenic 24.6-hectare reservoir in the Indre department offering solid carp and catfish sport alongside pike and tench, with electric-only boat access for exploring the deeper sections. Night fishing is permitted in designated zones, giving you flexibility for a longer session, though it's a substantial 306 miles from Calais so best suited to a week-long trip rather than a quick weekend. You'll need to contact AAPPMA de Saint-Plantaire for a day permit and to confirm current night-fishing boundaries before you go.
Night fishing at Retenue de la Roche Bat l'Aigle is authorised under Indre regulations. Night carp confirmed. Indre (36) has a blanket prefectoral authorisation (arrêté n°36-2007-12-08-003) permitting night carp on ALL public 2nd category waters across the department. Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. Source: federationpeche18.fr + arrêté n°36-2007-12-08-003
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Retenue de la Roche Bat l'Aigle under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA de Saint-Plantaire. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Retenue de la Roche Bat l'Aigle holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, 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 Retenue de la Roche Bat l'Aigle — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Saint-Plantaire. 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 (AAPPMA de Saint-Plantaire) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Retenue de la Roche Bat l'Aigle, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Saint-Plantaire is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Retenue de la Roche Bat l'Aigle is 306 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Retenue de la Roche Bat l'Aigle — always check the current rules with AAPPMA de Saint-Plantaire before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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