L'Ay is a productive river in the Drôme department offering diverse fishing opportunities for coarse fish including carp, catfish, zander, pike, bream, and perch. Anglers can expect a well-stocked waterway with the flexibility of night fishing and the option to bivouac or camp along the banks, making extended trips convenient. A Carte de Peche (annual fishing licence obtained through the local AAPPMA federation) is required to fish this stretch.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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L'Ay 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 L'Ay. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish L'Ay, 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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