Indre-et-Loire · Centre-Val de Loire · France · 435 acres (176 ha)
Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire 435 acres (176 ha) Reservoir Night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 251mi from Calais
About Lac des Mousseaux
The 435-acre reservoir of Lac des Mousseaux sits within the Indre-et-Loire department of Centre-Val de Loire, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Lac des Mousseaux holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander and Bream, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Lac des Mousseaux permits night fishing — Night fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA d'Indre-et-Loire. — making it a viable destination for longer carp sessions. Regarding boats: Yes. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Lac des Mousseaux lies 251 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Centre-Val de Loire, a central region with excellent pike, perch and carp fishing across its river systems and lakes.
Department
Indre-et-Loire
Region
Centre-Val de Loire
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
435 acres (176 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
251 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA d'Indre-et-Loire
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Lac des Mousseaux holds carp, pike, perch, zander, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Lac des Mousseaux covers 435 acres (176 ha) in Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac des Mousseaux?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac des Mousseaux?+
Night fishing at Lac des Mousseaux is permitted. Night fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA d'Indre-et-Loire..
Are bivvies allowed at Lac des Mousseaux?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac des Mousseaux under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Lac des Mousseaux from Calais?+
Lac des Mousseaux is approximately 251 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac des Mousseaux?+
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 (AAPPMA d'Indre-et-Loire).
Fishing in Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire
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