Étang de la Rousselière is a compact 23-hectare natural lake in Maine-et-Loire offering solid night carp fishing opportunities across a mixed coarse fishery that includes pike, bream, and tench. Located 271 miles from Calais, this bank-only venue suits anglers seeking a quieter, intimate setting away from busier French destinations. Night fishing is permitted for carp — confirm latest conditions and get your AAPPMA du Maine-et-Loire permit before your trip.
Night fishing at Étang de la Rousselière is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Maine-et-Loire requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Parcours listed in the annual arrêté — check the interactive map at fedepeche49.fr/pecher-en-maine-et-loire/reglementation/carpe-de-nuit/ Vegetable baits only. Bank fishing. Immediate release. Source: fedepeche49.fr/pecher-en-maine-et-loire/reglementation/carpe-de-nuit/
Boat fishing: Boats are permitted at Étang de la Rousselière. Boats permitted. Bank only for night carp.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de la Rousselière under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Maine-et-Loire card (CHI/EHGO/URNE).
Managed by AAPPMA du Maine-et-Loire. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Rousselière holds carp, pike, perch, bream, 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 Rousselière — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Maine-et-Loire. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Étang de la Rousselière, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Maine-et-Loire is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de la Rousselière is 271 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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