Étang de Maupertuis is a compact 10.8-hectare reservoir in Sarthe offering solid carp fishing alongside pike and tench in a peaceful rural setting—ideal if you prefer intimate, manageable swims over vast waters. Bank fishing only and day-only access means you'll need to plan sessions carefully, roughly 230 miles from Calais. You'll need a French fishing licence and AAPPMA permit from Fédération Pêche Sarthe (FDAAPPMA 72) before fishing.
Night fishing at Étang de Maupertuis is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Sarthe requires specific prefectoral authorisation. Some sites require QR code registration. Check peche72.fr and the annual arrêté Annexe 1 for the full list. Source: peche72.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Maupertuis under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Sarthe departmental card (EHGO).
Managed by FDAAPPMA 72 / Fédération Pêche Sarthe. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Maupertuis 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 Maupertuis — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 72 / Fédération Pêche Sarthe. 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 (FDAAPPMA 72 / Fédération Pêche Sarthe) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Maupertuis, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 72 / Fédération Pêche Sarthe is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Maupertuis is 229 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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