This 37-hectare reservoir in central France offers solid day-only carp and catfish fishing from the banks, with a decent head of bream and tench alongside specimen pike. Located 293 miles south of Calais in the Indre department, it's a quieter alternative to the busier northern lakes, ideal if you want a slower-paced trip away from crowds. Note: Day fishing only under local AAPPMA rules—contact AAPPMA du Blanc before your visit for access and permit requirements.
At 293 miles from Calais, Étang de l'Ardouine 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.
Night fishing at Étang de l'Ardouine is authorised under Indre regulations. Night carp confirmed. Indre (36) has a blanket prefectoral authorisation (arrêté n°36-2007-12-08-003) permitting night carp on ALL public 2nd category waters across the department. Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. Source: federationpeche18.fr + arrêté n°36-2007-12-08-003
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de l'Ardouine under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA du Blanc. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de l'Ardouine holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, 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 l'Ardouine — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Blanc. 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 du Blanc) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de l'Ardouine, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Blanc is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de l'Ardouine is 293 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Étang de l'Ardouine — always check the current rules with AAPPMA du Blanc before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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