The 26-acre reservoir of Étang de la Simolière sits within the Indre-et-Loire department of Centre-Val de Loire, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Étang de la Simolière holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Étang de la Simolière operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Étang de la Simolière lies 278 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.
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Étang de la Simolière holds carp, pike, perch, tench. 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 Descartes-Celle-St-Avant) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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