This 21.5-hectare reservoir in the Brenne wetland region offers solid mixed fishing with carp, catfish, pike and tench in a peaceful, undeveloped setting—ideal for UK anglers seeking quieter water away from busier venues. Bank fishing only, with day-fishing restrictions under local AAPPMA rules, so plan your sessions accordingly; the 286-mile distance from Calais makes it a destination for a dedicated trip rather than a quick weekend visit. You'll need an AAPPMA permit from Mézières-en-Brenne to fish legally.
Night fishing at Étang de Berge 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 de Berge under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA de Mézières-en-Brenne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Berge holds carp, catfish, 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 de Berge — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Mézières-en-Brenne. 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 Mézières-en-Brenne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Berge, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Mézières-en-Brenne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Berge is 286 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Étang de Berge — always check the current rules with AAPPMA de Mézières-en-Brenne before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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