Indre-et-Loire · Centre-Val de Loire · France · 52 acres (21 ha)
Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire 52 acres (21 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 246mi from Calais
About Étang de Bois Renault
Set in the Indre-et-Loire department of Centre-Val de Loire, Étang de Bois Renault is a small natural lake of 21 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 de Bois Renault is allowed: Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA d'Indre-et-Loire.. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 246 miles from Calais, Étang de Bois Renault is a popular destination for anglers exploring Centre-Val de Loire, a central region with excellent pike, perch and carp fishing across its river systems and lakes.
Department
Indre-et-Loire
Region
Centre-Val de Loire
Water Type
Lake
Size
52 acres (21 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
246 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA d'Indre-et-Loire
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Étang de Bois Renault holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Étang de Bois Renault covers 52 acres (21 ha) in Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Bois Renault?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Bois Renault?+
Night fishing at Étang de Bois Renault is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA d'Indre-et-Loire..
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Bois Renault?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Bois Renault under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Bois Renault from Calais?+
Étang de Bois Renault is approximately 246 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Bois Renault?+
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 d'Indre-et-Loire).
Fishing in Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire
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