At daybreak, the Ardèche River gently unfurls beneath the morning light. On the quiet banks, a few anglers set up their gear as the village of Ruoms slowly stirs to life. Christophe Hennequin brings us here for a simple, authentic waterside escape, just steps away from the Camping de Mon Village stopover site in Ruoms. A destination where motorhome travel moves to the rhythm of nature.
In Ruoms, a small Ardèche village located just a few miles from Vallon-Pont-d’Arc, the river is part of the scenery. The Camping de Mon Village stopover site sits only about twenty yards from the water.
For motorhome travelers, being close to the river changes everything. In the early morning, some quietly leave their pitch to head to the banks. The day begins in calm, facing a river that is still peaceful.
In this region of the Ardèche, the landscapes blend limestone cliffs, pebbles, and lush vegetation. An ideal destination for those who love to slow down and enjoy the simple pleasures of travel.
The Ardèche river has long attracted fishing enthusiasts. With an average depth of about one meter, and sometimes two meters behind certain rocks, it offers areas conducive to the presence of many fish.
Carp, roach, and barbel regularly frequent these waters. Upstream, the dam and its fish ladder help feed the river and maintain a beautiful diversity of species.
At first light, anglers settle along the riverbanks. To fish here, all you need is a fishing licence, which can easily be purchased online at cartedepeche.fr.
Throughout this morning, Christophe Hennequin meets Édouard. At 82, this native of Lyon knows the river perfectly. For over forty years, he has returned to Ruoms every summer to try and catch the large wild carp of the Ardèche.
At his side, Noël, a Belgian retiree, shares the same passion. Both practice boilie fishing and use barbless hooks.
Here, most catches are returned to the water. The catch-and-release spirit is widely respected to preserve the river's richness. Only a few early-season trout are sometimes kept and enjoyed simply, grilled near the motorhome.
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In Ruoms, fishing becomes a natural part of the motorhome experience. The Camping de Mon Village stopover site in Ruoms offers a convenient base for exploring this Ardèche destination and making the most of the surrounding nature.
With the Access Card or the Digital Pass, travellers can easily access the network’s sites and services. And during peak seasons, the Privilege Pack lets you reserve your pitch in advance for complete peace of mind upon arrival.
On the banks of the Ardèche, the river continues to flow peacefully. For anglers and travelers alike, it serves as a simple reminder that some of the best travel moments are experienced by the water.
