Plan d'Eau de Pignedoré is a compact 17-hectare reservoir in Provence offering solid carp fishing alongside pike, tench and bream in a scenic southern French setting—though it's 474 miles from Calais, so best combined with a broader regional trip. Bank fishing only and strictly daytime sessions (no night fishing allowed as it's designated a leisure site), which suits anglers wanting a more relaxed pace rather than extended campaigns. You'll need a Vaucluse AAPPMA day ticket or season pass; check locally for catch-and-release protocols, as the no-kill designation may influence your approach.
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau de Pignedoré is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Vaucluse requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Check federationpeche84.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: federationpeche84.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Plan d'Eau de Pignedoré under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 84 / Fédération Pêche Vaucluse. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Plan d'Eau de Pignedoré holds carp, pike, perch, tench, bream, black bass. 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 Plan d'Eau de Pignedoré — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 84 / Fédération Pêche Vaucluse. 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 84 / Fédération Pêche Vaucluse) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Plan d'Eau de Pignedoré, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 84 / Fédération Pêche Vaucluse is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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