Étang de Dampierre is a compact 16-hectare reservoir near Chartres offering solid carp fishing alongside pike, perch, tench and bream—ideal if you want intimate, manageable water rather than sprawling lakes. Night fishing is permitted (2 nights maximum) but requires advance SMS booking, and bait boats are allowed, making it practical for reaching distant swims. Located 164 miles from Calais, you'll need an AAPPMA licence (obtainable locally through Chartres federation) and booking confirmation before your session.
Night fishing at Étang de Dampierre is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Eure-et-Loir requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Check peche28.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: peche28.fr
Required permits & cards: Eure-et-Loir departmental card.
Managed by AAPPMA de Chartres. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Dampierre holds carp, 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 Dampierre — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Chartres. 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 Chartres) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Dampierre, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Chartres is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Dampierre is 164 miles from Calais, around 3 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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