Indre-et-Loire · Centre-Val de Loire · France · 7 acres (3 ha)
Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire 7 acres (3 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 257mi from Calais
About Étang de la Monnerie
Étang de la Monnerie is a intimate public reservoir in the Indre-et-Loire department of Centre-Val de Loire, covering 3 hectares (7-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 Monnerie is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Étang de la Monnerie lies 257 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
7 acres (3 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
257 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Chinon
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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 Chinon) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de la Monnerie?+
Étang de la Monnerie covers 7 acres (3 ha) in Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de la Monnerie?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de la Monnerie?+
Night fishing at Étang de la Monnerie is not permitted. Local AAPPMA rules. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de la Monnerie?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de la Monnerie under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de la Monnerie from Calais?+
Étang de la Monnerie is approximately 257 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de la Monnerie?+
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 Chinon).
Fishing in Indre-et-Loire, Centre-Val de Loire
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