Étang de Maurepaire is a modest 21.79-hectare reservoir in Aube offering solid carp prospects alongside catfish, pike and tench in a quieter, less pressured setting — ideal if you prefer a more intimate fishery away from the crowds. Bank fishing only with day sessions only, so plan shorter trips or combine with nearby venues; the mixed species population means varied sport throughout your session. You'll need an AAPPMA day ticket from the local Aube association, and it's about 3.5 hours from Calais, making it accessible for a Champagne region tour.
Night fishing at Étang de Maurepaire is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Aube's designated night carp venues are the 3 Forêt d'Orient lakes (Orient, Temple, Amance) on 10 specific bank parcours only. This lake is not on the authorised list. Source: fedepeche10.fr/pecher-dans-l-aube/reglementation-carpe-de-nuit-aube Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Maurepaire under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA locale Aube. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Maurepaire holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, tench, bream. 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 Maurepaire — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale Aube. 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 locale Aube) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Maurepaire, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale Aube is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Maurepaire is 213 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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