Maine-et-Loire · Pays de la Loire · France · 148 acres (60 ha)
Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la Loire 148 acres (60 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 247mi from Calais
About Étang de Chambiers
One of Pays de la Loire's natural lakes, Étang de Chambiers in Maine-et-Loire covers 60 hectares and is open to coarse fishing under French public fishing regulations. Étang de Chambiers holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream and Tench, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Étang de Chambiers permits night fishing — Night carp permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de Durtal. — making it a viable destination for longer carp sessions. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
At 247 miles from Calais, Étang de Chambiers is a popular destination for anglers exploring Pays de la Loire, a region with diverse fishing including carp lakes, river pike and coastal species.
Department
Maine-et-Loire
Region
Pays de la Loire
Water Type
Lake
Size
148 acres (60 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
247 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Durtal
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Étang de Chambiers 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 Chambiers covers 148 acres (60 ha) in Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Chambiers?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Chambiers?+
Night fishing at Étang de Chambiers is permitted. Night carp permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de Durtal..
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Chambiers?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Chambiers under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Chambiers from Calais?+
Étang de Chambiers is approximately 247 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Chambiers?+
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 de Durtal).
Fishing in Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la Loire
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