Plan d'eau de Villiers-sur-Loir is a modest 16-hectare natural lake in the Loire Valley, roughly 220 miles south of Calais, offering solid carp fishing alongside pike, perch, bream and tench from the bank. Night fishing is permitted for carp anglers, making it ideal for focused sessions, though you'll need to confirm current conditions with AAPPMA du Loir-et-Cher beforehand. This is a relaxed, uncrowded venue perfect if you're exploring France's central region — check AAPPMA membership or day-ticket requirements before you fish.
Plan d'eau de Villiers-sur-Loir lies 222 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Centre-Val de Loire, a central region with excellent pike, perch and carp fishing across its river systems and lakes.
Night fishing at Plan d'eau de Villiers-sur-Loir is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Loir-et-Cher is authorised on specific designated plans d'eau. The federation manages a mix of no-kill, night carp, and multipêche étangs. Check peche41.fr/4639-les-plans-d-eau-associatifs.htm for the full list. Source: peche41.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Plan d'eau de Villiers-sur-Loir under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Loir-et-Cher departmental card.
Managed by AAPPMA du Loir-et-Cher. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Plan d'eau de Villiers-sur-Loir holds carp, pike, perch, bream, 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 Plan d'eau de Villiers-sur-Loir — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Loir-et-Cher. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Plan d'eau de Villiers-sur-Loir, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Loir-et-Cher is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Plan d'eau de Villiers-sur-Loir is 222 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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