Étang de Bornacq is a small public reservoir in the Cher department of Centre-Val de Loire, covering 14 hectares (36-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Étang de Bornacq is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Étang de Bornacq is 300 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Centre-Val de Loire — a central region with excellent pike, perch and carp fishing across its river systems and lakes — the fishing is well worth it.
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Étang de Bornacq holds carp, pike, perch, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 Bourges) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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