Étang de la Chennerie is a modest 15-hectare reservoir in Indre offering solid carp and tench fishing from the bank in a quiet, rural setting — perfect if you're seeking peace over size. Day fishing only (no night sessions permitted), so you'll need to plan around daylight hours, though the venue's small size and decent species mix make it ideal for a relaxed exploratory trip. Around 300 miles south of Calais, it's best combined with other local venues to justify the journey. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and membership with AAPPMA du Blanc to fish legally.
Étang de la Chennerie is 303 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.
Night fishing at Étang de la Chennerie 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 Chennerie 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 la Chennerie holds carp, pike, perch, tench. 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 Chennerie — 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 la Chennerie, 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 la Chennerie is 303 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Étang de la Chennerie — 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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