Étang de la Simolière is a compact 10.7-hectare reservoir in Indre-et-Loire offering solid carp and tench fishing from the bank in a peaceful, rural setting—ideal if you're after a quieter French venue away from the busier circuits. Day fishing only (no night sessions), so plan your trip accordingly, though the intimate size makes it manageable within daylight hours. You'll need an AAPPMA permit from Descartes-Celle-St-Avant; it's roughly 278 miles from Calais, so best combined with other regional waters on a longer trip.
Night fishing at Étang de la Simolière is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Indre-et-Loire is authorised on specific designated parcours per annual arrêté. Loire valley gravel pits and river sections are the main venues. Check peche37.fr for the current arrêté and list before fishing at night. Source: peche37.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de la Simolière under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Indre-et-Loire card (CHI/EHGO/URNE).
Managed by AAPPMA de Descartes-Celle-St-Avant. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Simolière 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 Simolière — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Descartes-Celle-St-Avant. 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 Descartes-Celle-St-Avant) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de la Simolière, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Descartes-Celle-St-Avant is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de la Simolière is 278 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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