Formed by damming a river valley in Indre, Étang de l'Épineau is a small public reservoir covering 13 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Centre-Val de Loire. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Étang de l'Épineau, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Étang de l'Épineau is 301 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Centre-Val de Loire — a central region with excellent pike, perch and carp fishing across its river systems and lakes — the fishing is well worth it.
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Étang de l'Épineau holds carp, pike, perch, tench. 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 Blanc) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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