Étang de la Grande Rue is a substantial 111-hectare reservoir in Loiret offering solid carp and catfish prospects across a mix of habitat types—perfect for UK anglers seeking a less-crowded venue away from the popular north. Bank fishing only keeps it manageable, though note that day fishing exclusively means you'll need to plan sessions carefully around daylight hours. You'll need to purchase a day ticket or season permit through AAPPMA de Montargis; contact them ahead to confirm access and current regulations.
Étang de la Grande Rue lies 229 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.
Night fishing at Étang de la Grande Rue is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Loiret night carp is only authorised on: the entire Loire river, Lac des Closiers, Étang des Grèves (Beaulieu), Étang du Puits (Cerdon, digue only), Canal de Briare sections, and Île Charlemagne (Orléans, AAPPMA dates). Source: federationpeche45.fr/6247-les-parcours-specifiques-no-kill-cdn-.htm Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Managed by AAPPMA de Montargis. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Grande Rue 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 Grande Rue — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Montargis. 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 Montargis) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de la Grande Rue, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Montargis is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de la Grande Rue is 229 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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