Moulin de Peyron is a scenic 22-hectare reservoir in central France offering solid mixed fishing for carp, catfish and pike from the bank, though it's primarily managed as a fly-fishing venue with restricted access and no night fishing allowed. Located 438 miles south of Calais in Haute-Loire, it suits anglers seeking a quieter, more intimate setting rather than intensive carp sessions. You'll need to contact FD 43 (Fédération de Pêche de Haute-Loire) in advance to confirm access terms and obtain your mandatory French fishing licence.
At 438 miles from Calais, Moulin de Peyron requires a longer journey from the UK, but Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — rewards the trip.
Night fishing at Moulin de Peyron is not permitted. Night carp is generally not authorised in Haute-Loire. The department is dominated by salmonid and volcanic mountain waters. Verify with peche-hauteloire.fr for any specific 2nd category exceptions. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Moulin de Peyron under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FD 43 (Fédération de Pêche de Haute-Loire). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Moulin de Peyron holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, tench, bream. 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 Moulin de Peyron — you will also need to be affiliated with FD 43 (Fédération de Pêche de Haute-Loire). 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 43 (Fédération de Pêche de Haute-Loire)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Moulin de Peyron, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FD 43 (Fédération de Pêche de Haute-Loire) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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