Vienne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 77 acres (31 ha)
Vienne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 77 acres (31 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 283mi from Calais
About Étang d'Assay
Set in the Vienne department of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, Étang d'Assay is a small natural lake of 31 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
For UK carp anglers, night fishing at Étang d'Assay is allowed: Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de la Vienne.. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 283 miles from Calais, Étang d'Assay is a popular destination for anglers exploring Nouvelle-Aquitaine, a vast region stretching from the Dordogne to the Basque Country, with outstanding fishing across its many departments.
Department
Vienne
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Water Type
Lake
Size
77 acres (31 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
283 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de la Vienne
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Étang d'Assay covers 77 acres (31 ha) in Vienne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang d'Assay?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang d'Assay?+
Night fishing at Étang d'Assay is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de la Vienne..
Are bivvies allowed at Étang d'Assay?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang d'Assay under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang d'Assay from Calais?+
Étang d'Assay is approximately 283 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang d'Assay?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA de la Vienne).
Fishing in Vienne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Vienne is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Nouvelle-Aquitaine departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
