Plaine de Mazerolles offers 164 hectares of mixed carp fishing across the Erdre system in Loire-Atlantique, with designated night fishing zones perfect for extended sessions. The venue welcomes electric-motor boats, giving you flexibility to explore deeper swims and varied habitat across this substantial water, with solid populations of carp, tench and bream alongside pike and zander. Located 290 miles from Calais, it's a worthwhile detour for a dedicated trip — you'll need an AAPPMA day ticket (contact Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique 44) and your UK licence is not valid in France, so secure a French permit beforehand.
Night fishing at Plaine de Mazerolles is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Loire-Atlantique requires specific authorisation. About 40 designated sites across the department. Check the interactive map (updated 09/01/2026) at federationpeche44.fr/ou-pecher/ before fishing at night. Source: federationpeche44.fr
Boat fishing: Boat rules at Plaine de Mazerolles are unconfirmed — verify with the local AAPPMA. Wetland area — navigation rules may apply. Verify locally.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Plaine de Mazerolles under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Loire-Atlantique card (EHGO).
Managed by FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Plaine de Mazerolles holds carp, pike, perch, zander, 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 Plaine de Mazerolles — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique. 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 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Plaine de Mazerolles, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Plaine de Mazerolles is 290 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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