Étang de Juigny is a substantial 38-hectare reservoir in Deux-Sèvres offering solid carp and catfish prospects alongside pike, zander and bream—ideal for anglers seeking a quieter, less-pressured venue around 290 miles south of Calais. Day fishing only (no night sessions), and bank access exclusively, so you'll need to plan sessions around daylight hours and choose your swims carefully. You'll need an AAPPMA day ticket from the local association or a French fishing licence to fish here.
Étang de Juigny lies 292 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Nouvelle-Aquitaine, a vast region stretching from the Dordogne to the Basque Country, with outstanding fishing across its many departments.
Night fishing at Étang de Juigny is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Deux-Sèvres designates specific sites per annual arrêté. Check peche-en-deux-sevres.com for the current full list. Source: peche-en-deux-sevres.com Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Juigny under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 79 / AAPPMA locale. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Juigny holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream, black bass. 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 Juigny — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 79 / AAPPMA locale. 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 (FDAAPPMA 79 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Juigny, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 79 / AAPPMA locale is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Juigny is 292 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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