The 496-acre reservoir of Retenue de Pincemaille sits within the Indre-et-Loire department of Centre-Val de Loire, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Retenue de Pincemaille holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander and Bream, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Retenue de Pincemaille permits night fishing — Rillé. Massive night carp zone — making it a viable destination for longer carp sessions. Regarding boats: Electric motors only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
At 252 miles from Calais, Retenue de Pincemaille is a popular destination for anglers exploring Centre-Val de Loire, a central region with excellent pike, perch and carp fishing across its river systems and lakes.
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Retenue de Pincemaille holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 GIH Pays de Racan) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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