Loire-Atlantique · Pays de la Loire · France · 5 acres (2 ha)
Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire 5 acres (2 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at La Piarde Aux Chardons
Located in Loire-Atlantique in the Pays de la Loire region of western France, La Piarde Aux Chardons is a lowland lake offering accessible fishing in the gentle countryside of Brittany's borderlands. This peaceful water is ideal for anglers seeking classic French lowland lake fishing with good amenities and reliable year-round opportunities.
Department
Loire-Atlantique
Region
Pays de la Loire
Water Type
Water
Size
5 acres (2 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Loire-Atlantique
Fishing Rules & Regulations — La Piarde Aux Chardons
Night fishing at La Piarde Aux Chardons is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp fishing only authorized on prefectural order designated spots, not all waters
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at La Piarde Aux Chardons.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at La Piarde Aux Chardons under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Loire-Atlantique. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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La Piarde Aux Chardons holds pike, perch, roach, bream, tench, carp, rudd, bleak. 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 La Piarde Aux Chardons — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Loire-Atlantique. Licences are available online before your trip.
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La Piarde Aux Chardons covers 5 acres (2 ha) in Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at La Piarde Aux Chardons?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Roach, Bream, Tench, Carp, Rudd, Bleak. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at La Piarde Aux Chardons?+
Night fishing at La Piarde Aux Chardons is subject to local rules. Night carp fishing only authorized on prefectural order designated spots, not all waters Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at La Piarde Aux Chardons?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at La Piarde Aux Chardons under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at La Piarde Aux Chardons?+
Boats are not permitted at La Piarde Aux Chardons. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish La Piarde Aux Chardons?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Fédération de Pêche Loire-Atlantique). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to La Piarde Aux Chardons
To fish La Piarde Aux Chardons, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Loire-Atlantique is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
