Étang de la Poterie is a compact 1.9-hectare reservoir in central France offering intimate bank fishing for carp, pike, perch and tench in a peaceful setting 268 miles from Calais. Day fishing only (no night sessions), so you'll need to plan shorter trips or combine with nearby venues. You'll need an AAPPMA day licence from the Buzançais association—well worth it for this quiet, uncrowded alternative to busier French waters.
Night fishing at Étang de la Poterie 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 Poterie under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA de Buzançais. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Poterie 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 Poterie — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Buzançais. 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 Buzançais) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de la Poterie, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Buzançais is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de la Poterie is 268 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Étang de la Poterie — always check the current rules with AAPPMA de Buzançais before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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