Étang de la Chelouze is a substantial 83-hectare reservoir in Indre offering solid mixed fishing with healthy carp and catfish populations alongside pike and bream — ideal for UK anglers seeking variety without the pressure of dedicated carp lakes. Day fishing only (night fishing prohibited by local AAPPMA rules), so plan accordingly for this 289-mile trip from Calais; bank access is straightforward with no boat requirements. You'll need an AAPPMA permit from La Châtre — contact the local association before visiting to confirm current conditions and any seasonal restrictions.
Night fishing at Étang de la Chelouze 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 la Chelouze under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA de La Châtre. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Chelouze 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 la Chelouze — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de La Châtre. 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 de La Châtre) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de la Chelouze, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de La Châtre is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de la Chelouze is 289 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Étang de la Chelouze — always check the current rules with AAPPMA de La Châtre before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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