, 59 acres (24 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Marais des Loirs
Marais des Loirs is a lowland wetland lake in the Loire Valley region of western France, offering peaceful fishing in a natural marsh setting characteristic of the Atlantic coastal plains. This shallow, vegetation-rich water is ideal for anglers seeking pike, perch, and other species adapted to calm freshwater environments.
Department
Region
Water Type
Water
Size
59 acres (24 ha)
Night Fishing
Unknown
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération Nationale de Pêche
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Marais des Loirs
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Marais des Loirs 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 Nationale de Pêche. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Marais des Loirs — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération Nationale de Pêche. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Marais des Loirs covers 59 acres (24 ha) in , , France.
What fish can I catch at Marais des Loirs?+
The water holds pike, perch, roach, bream, tench, carp, crucian carp, rudd.
Is night fishing allowed at Marais des Loirs?+
Night fishing at Marais des Loirs is subject to local rules. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Marais des Loirs?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Marais des Loirs 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 Marais des Loirs?+
Boats are not permitted at Marais des Loirs. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Marais des Loirs?+
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 Nationale de Pêche). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Marais des Loirs
To fish Marais des Loirs, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération Nationale de Pêche is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
