Étang de la Loge is a modest 16.5-hectare reservoir in Indre offering mixed species fishing with solid carp and tench populations in a quiet, rural setting around 294 miles from Calais. Day fishing only (no night sessions) and bank access exclusively make this a relaxed daytime destination rather than a campaigning venue—ideal if you want uncomplicated fishing without the pressure of overnight sessions. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA card from Neuillay-les-Bois to fish here.
Night fishing at Étang de la Loge 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 Loge under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA de Neuillay-les-Bois. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Loge holds carp, pike, perch, 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 Loge — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Neuillay-les-Bois. 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 Neuillay-les-Bois) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de la Loge, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Neuillay-les-Bois is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de la Loge is 294 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Étang de la Loge — always check the current rules with AAPPMA de Neuillay-les-Bois before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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