Étang de Courcelles is a modest 27-hectare reservoir in the Centre-Val de Loire region offering solid carp fishing alongside catfish and pike, ideal if you're seeking a quieter alternative to heavily pressured French venues. Bank fishing only with day-ticket access through the local AAPPMA, it's well-positioned for a multi-lake exploration trip around the Sologne area, roughly 240 miles from Calais. Note: You'll need to purchase a day ticket from AAPPMA de Salbris and observe their day-fishing-only restriction—no night sessions here.
Night fishing at Étang de Courcelles 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 Courcelles 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 de Salbris. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Courcelles holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, tench, bream. 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 Courcelles — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Salbris. 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 Salbris) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Courcelles, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Salbris is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Courcelles is 240 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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