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Bassin de la Riquette is an intimate 1.4-hectare canal basin near Pierrelatte in southern France, offering night fishing opportunities for carp alongside pike and perch—ideal if you're seeking a quieter, less pressured venue. Bank fishing only, with permission for nocturnal sessions on the main basin, making it perfect for anglers wanting a focused carp mission rather than a tourist destination. You'll need to register with FD 26 (Drôme fishing federation) and obtain a French fishing licence before visiting.
Bassin de la Riquette is 450 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — the fishing is well worth it.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
Night fishing at Bassin de la Riquette is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Drôme requires specific prefectoral authorisation. The Rhône river is fully authorised. Additional lake sections may be listed in the annual arrêté. Check drome.federationpeche.fr/5064-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm for the full list. Source: drome.federationpeche.fr
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Bassin de la Riquette.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Bassin de la Riquette under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FD 26 (Fédération de Pêche de la Drôme). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
Bassin de la Riquette holds pike, perch, tench. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Bassin de la Riquette — you will also need to be affiliated with FD 26 (Fédération de Pêche de la Drôme). 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 26 (Fédération de Pêche de la Drôme)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
France is the closest mainland European fishing destination for UK anglers. The Channel Tunnel (Folkestone–Calais, ~35 min) is the fastest crossing, while P&O Ferries (Dover–Calais, ~90 min) offer good value for heavy kit. Most northern French venues are within 2–4 hours of Calais; southern venues require a full day of driving.
A Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence) is required for all freshwater fishing. Buy online at cartedepeche.fr before you travel. Annual, weekly and daily options are available and include your AAPPMA affiliation for the selected department.
To fish Bassin de la Riquette, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FD 26 (Fédération de Pêche de la Drôme) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
Drôme is home to numerous public fishing venues. Browse all venues in Drôme or explore all of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.
France offers outstanding fishing year-round. The main coarse close season applies to some rivers (typically January–March for certain species), but still-water carp fishing on private and AAPPMA-managed lakes is available throughout the year. Spring (March–June) is the classic French carp season, with fish actively feeding and moving into shallow margins. Summer nights (June–August) are ideal for big-fish sessions on the large public reservoirs and rivers. Autumn (September–November) is particularly productive on the Auvergne and Languedoc lakes as temperatures drop. The Loire and Saône river systems produce excellent catfish sport from June through September, while the Dordogne and its tributaries fish well for chub, barbel and trout from spring through autumn.
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