Plan d'Eau du Moulin au Rat is a modest 27-hectare reservoir in Centre-Val de Loire offering solid carp and catfish potential alongside pike, perch, tench and bream—ideal if you're seeking quieter French fishing away from the tourist hotspots. Bank fishing only and day-session rules mean you'll need to plan carefully, though the peaceful setting suits anglers wanting a relaxed pace rather than round-the-clock sessions. Located 175 miles from Calais, it's perfectly positioned as a secondary venue during a broader French exploration. You'll need a permit from AAPPMA de Chartres to fish here.
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau du Moulin au Rat is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Eure-et-Loir requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Check peche28.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: peche28.fr
Required permits & cards: Eure-et-Loir departmental card.
Managed by AAPPMA de Chartres. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Plan d'Eau du Moulin au Rat 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 Plan d'Eau du Moulin au Rat — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Chartres. 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 (AAPPMA de Chartres) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Plan d'Eau du Moulin au Rat, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Chartres is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Plan d'Eau du Moulin au Rat is 175 miles from Calais, around 3 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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