Loiret · Centre-Val de Loire · France · 173 acres (70 ha)
Loiret, Centre-Val de Loire 173 acres (70 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 203mi from Calais
About Étang de Galetas
Étang de Galetas is a medium-sized public reservoir in the Loiret department of Centre-Val de Loire, covering 70 hectares (173-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Étang de Galetas is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 203 miles from Calais, Étang de Galetas is a popular destination for anglers exploring Centre-Val de Loire, a central region with excellent pike, perch and carp fishing across its river systems and lakes.
Department
Loiret
Region
Centre-Val de Loire
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
173 acres (70 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
203 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA du Bassin du Loing Amont
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Étang de Galetas holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 du Bassin du Loing Amont) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de Galetas?+
Étang de Galetas covers 173 acres (70 ha) in Loiret, Centre-Val de Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Galetas?+
The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Galetas?+
Night fishing at Étang de Galetas is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Galetas?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Galetas under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Galetas from Calais?+
Étang de Galetas is approximately 203 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Galetas?+
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 du Bassin du Loing Amont).
Fishing in Loiret, Centre-Val de Loire
Loiret is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Centre-Val de Loire departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
