Haute-Loire · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 83 acres (34 ha)
Haute-Loire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 83 acres (34 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 434mi from Calais
About Retenue du Cheylard
Retenue du Cheylard is a small public reservoir in the Haute-Loire department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 34 hectares (83-acre) of open water. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Retenue du Cheylard is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Electric or Float-tube. No petrol motors. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 434 miles from Calais, Retenue du Cheylard requires a longer journey from the UK, but Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — rewards the trip.
Department
Haute-Loire
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
83 acres (34 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
434 miles
Managed by
FD 43 (Fédération de Pêche de Haute-Loire)
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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 (FD 43 (Fédération de Pêche de Haute-Loire)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Retenue du Cheylard?+
Retenue du Cheylard covers 83 acres (34 ha) in Haute-Loire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Retenue du Cheylard?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Retenue du Cheylard?+
Night fishing at Retenue du Cheylard is not permitted. High-altitude dam reservoir.
Are bivvies allowed at Retenue du Cheylard?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Retenue du Cheylard under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Retenue du Cheylard from Calais?+
Retenue du Cheylard is approximately 434 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Retenue du Cheylard?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (FD 43 (Fédération de Pêche de Haute-Loire)).
Fishing in Haute-Loire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
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