Étang de Ballerand is an intimate 18-hectare reservoir in Charente offering solid mixed fishing for carp, tench and bream in a quieter, less-pressured setting—ideal if you're seeking a slower pace away from the busier northern venues. Bank fishing only with day-time sessions, so it suits shorter trips or anglers who prefer daylight fishing; the species mix suggests decent-sized fish are present alongside carp. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and permission from AAPPMA 16 to fish—contact them ahead of your trip to confirm access and current conditions.
At 373 miles from Calais, Étang de Ballerand requires a longer journey from the UK, but Nouvelle-Aquitaine — a vast region stretching from the Dordogne to the Basque Country, with outstanding fishing across its many departments — rewards the trip.
Night fishing at Étang de Ballerand is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Charente requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Check peche16.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: peche16.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Ballerand under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 16 / AAPPMA locale. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Ballerand holds carp, pike, perch, tench, bream, black bass. 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 de Ballerand — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 16 / AAPPMA locale. 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 (FDAAPPMA 16 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Ballerand, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 16 / AAPPMA locale is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Ballerand is 373 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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