Étang Clérault is a modest 18-hectare reservoir in central France (293 miles from Calais) offering solid carp fishing alongside pike, perch, tench and bream in a peaceful, rural setting. Bank fishing only with day-only access due to local AAPPMA rules, it suits anglers seeking a quieter alternative to busier venues without the commitment of overnight sessions. You'll need to purchase a day ticket and check current AAPPMA d'Ardentes regulations before your visit.
Night fishing at Étang Clérault is authorised under Indre regulations. Night carp confirmed. Indre (36) has a blanket prefectoral authorisation (arrêté n°36-2007-12-08-003) permitting night carp on ALL public 2nd category waters across the department. Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. Source: federationpeche18.fr + arrêté n°36-2007-12-08-003
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang Clérault under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA d'Ardentes. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang Clérault holds carp, pike, perch, tench, bream. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Étang Clérault — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA d'Ardentes. Licences are available online before your trip.
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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 (AAPPMA d'Ardentes) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang Clérault, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA d'Ardentes is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang Clérault is 293 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Étang Clérault — always check the current rules with AAPPMA d'Ardentes before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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