Cher · Centre-Val de Loire · France · 42 acres (17 ha)
Cher, Centre-Val de Loire 42 acres (17 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 285mi from Calais
About Étang de la Planche Chevrier
Étang de la Planche Chevrier is a small public reservoir in the Cher department of Centre-Val de Loire, covering 17 hectares (42-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Étang de la Planche Chevrier is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 285 miles from Calais, Étang de la Planche Chevrier is a popular destination for anglers exploring Centre-Val de Loire, a central region with excellent pike, perch and carp fishing across its river systems and lakes.
Department
Cher
Region
Centre-Val de Loire
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
42 acres (17 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
285 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Saint-Amand-Montrond
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Étang de la Planche Chevrier holds carp, pike, perch, tench, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 Saint-Amand-Montrond) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de la Planche Chevrier?+
Étang de la Planche Chevrier covers 42 acres (17 ha) in Cher, Centre-Val de Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de la Planche Chevrier?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de la Planche Chevrier?+
Night fishing at Étang de la Planche Chevrier is not permitted. Local AAPPMA rules. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de la Planche Chevrier?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de la Planche Chevrier under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de la Planche Chevrier from Calais?+
Étang de la Planche Chevrier is approximately 285 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de la Planche Chevrier?+
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 Saint-Amand-Montrond).
Fishing in Cher, Centre-Val de Loire
Cher is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Centre-Val de Loire departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
