Étang de Champ-le-Roi is an intimate 11-hectare natural lake in the Loire Valley offering solid carp and tench fishing from the bank, with night sessions permitted—ideal if you want a quieter, less pressured French venue away from the bigger commercials. At 239 miles from Calais, it's a worthwhile inland detour for UK anglers seeking pike and perch alongside your carp action. You'll need to contact AAPPMA du Loir-et-Cher before your trip to confirm night fishing access and pick up your mandatory fishing licence.
Night fishing at Étang de Champ-le-Roi is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Loir-et-Cher is authorised on specific designated plans d'eau. The federation manages a mix of no-kill, night carp, and multipêche étangs. Check peche41.fr/4639-les-plans-d-eau-associatifs.htm for the full list. Source: peche41.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Champ-le-Roi under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Loir-et-Cher departmental card.
Managed by AAPPMA du Loir-et-Cher. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Champ-le-Roi holds carp, pike, perch, bream, 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 Champ-le-Roi — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Loir-et-Cher. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Étang de Champ-le-Roi, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Loir-et-Cher is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Champ-le-Roi is 239 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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