Étang de Bornacq is a compact 14.5-hectare reservoir in Cher offering solid carp fishing from the bank, with pike and tench adding variety for those seeking diversity. Day fishing only under local AAPPMA rules makes this an early-start venue, roughly 300 miles south of Calais, ideal if you're exploring the Centre region. You'll need an AAPPMA day ticket from Bourges—contact them ahead to confirm current rates and access points.
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.
Night fishing at Étang de Bornacq is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Cher's authorised night carp venues are: Étang du Puits, Étang de Précy, Étang de Quincy, Étang des Grèves (Belleville), Étang des Trois Biches (Chezal-Benoît), Étang des Tailles Rondet (Venesmes). Source: federationpeche18.fr/la-reglementation/peche-a-la-carpe/ Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Bornacq under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA de Bourges. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Bornacq 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 Bornacq — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Bourges. 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 Bourges) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Bornacq, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Bourges is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Bornacq is 300 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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