Étang de Bel-Air is a compact 10-hectare reservoir in the Loiret offering solid carp fishing alongside pike and tench in a peaceful, intimate setting ideal for a focused day trip. Located 232 miles from Calais in central France, it's bank-accessible only with day fishing strictly enforced—perfect if you want to avoid night-fishing venues. You'll need to purchase a day ticket from the local AAPPMA de Gien; check their website or call ahead to confirm current access and fees.
Night fishing at Étang de Bel-Air is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Loiret night carp is only authorised on: the entire Loire river, Lac des Closiers, Étang des Grèves (Beaulieu), Étang du Puits (Cerdon, digue only), Canal de Briare sections, and Île Charlemagne (Orléans, AAPPMA dates). Source: federationpeche45.fr/6247-les-parcours-specifiques-no-kill-cdn-.htm Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Managed by AAPPMA de Gien. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Bel-Air holds carp, pike, perch, tench. 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 Bel-Air — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Gien. 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 de Gien) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Bel-Air, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Gien is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Bel-Air is 232 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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