Le Merdaret is a French river flowing through the Drôme department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, offering anglers a diverse fishery for carp, catfish, zander, pike, bream, and perch across a scenic 12km stretch. The waterway is particularly notable for permitting night fishing and accommodating boats, making it attractive for both traditional and adventure-oriented angling approaches, with bivouac and camping facilities available along the banks for extended visits. A Carte de Pêche (annual fishing licence obtainable through the local AAPPMA) is required to fish this stretch, ensuring compliance with French fishing regulations.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
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Le Merdaret 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 Le Merdaret. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Le Merdaret, 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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