Lacs du Moulin Blanc is an intimate 6.3-hectare natural lake in Charente-Maritime offering solid carp fishing alongside pike and tench in a peaceful, bank-only setting — ideal if you're seeking a quieter alternative to busier French venues. Day fishing only means early starts and evening packing-down, but the lake's compact size makes it manageable for a UK angler exploring south-western France (415 miles from Calais). You'll need a French fishing licence and membership with FDAAPPMA 17 or the local AAPPMA to fish here.
Night fishing at Lacs du Moulin Blanc is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Charente-Maritime requires specific prefectoral authorisation. Check peche17.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: peche17.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lacs du Moulin Blanc under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 17 / AAPPMA locale. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lacs du Moulin Blanc holds carp, pike, perch, tench. 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 Lacs du Moulin Blanc — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 17 / AAPPMA locale. 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 (FDAAPPMA 17 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lacs du Moulin Blanc, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 17 / AAPPMA locale is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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