The Bief du Moulin Bacot is a productive stretch in the Jura region offering excellent opportunities for coarse fishing, particularly for carp, pike, and zander in its calm, mill-fed waters. This scenic waterway is ideal for anglers seeking a relaxed fishing experience with the flexibility of night fishing and the option to bivouac along the banks. A Carte de Peche (annual fishing licence available through the local AAPPMA federation) is required to fish these waters.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Bief du Moulin Bacot holds carp, catfish, zander, pike, bream, perch. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers — all carp must be handled carefully and returned.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Bief du Moulin Bacot. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Bief du Moulin Bacot, you need a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK and affiliation with the local AAPPMA covering this stretch. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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