Indre-et-Loire · Centre-Val de Loire · France · 3 acres (1 ha)
Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire 3 acres (1 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 244mi from Calais
About Étang de la Boulerie
Étang de la Boulerie is a intimate public reservoir in the Indre-et-Loire department of Centre-Val de Loire, covering 1 hectares (3-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Étang de la Boulerie is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Étang de la Boulerie lies 244 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Centre-Val de Loire, a central region with excellent pike, perch and carp fishing across its river systems and lakes.
Department
Indre-et-Loire
Region
Centre-Val de Loire
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
3 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
244 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Chouzé-Bourgueil
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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 Chouzé-Bourgueil) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de la Boulerie?+
Étang de la Boulerie covers 3 acres (1 ha) in Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de la Boulerie?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de la Boulerie?+
Night fishing at Étang de la Boulerie is not permitted. Local AAPPMA rules. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de la Boulerie?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de la Boulerie under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de la Boulerie from Calais?+
Étang de la Boulerie is approximately 244 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de la Boulerie?+
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 de Chouzé-Bourgueil).
Fishing in Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire
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