Étang de Morche is a modest 13-hectare reservoir in Loiret offering quality bank fishing for carp and tench in a peaceful, rural setting—ideal if you're seeking a quieter alternative to busier French venues. Day fishing only means early starts, but the intimate size makes it manageable to cover promising swims from the bank. You'll need an AAPPMA permit from Pithiviers and a French fishing licence; contact the local club ahead to confirm current conditions and access protocols.
Étang de Morche lies 209 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.
Night fishing at Étang de Morche is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Loiret night carp is only authorised on: the entire Loire river, Lac des Closiers, Étang des Grèves (Beaulieu), Étang du Puits (Cerdon, digue only), Canal de Briare sections, and Île Charlemagne (Orléans, AAPPMA dates). Source: federationpeche45.fr/6247-les-parcours-specifiques-no-kill-cdn-.htm Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Managed by AAPPMA de Pithiviers. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Morche 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 Morche — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Pithiviers. 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 Pithiviers) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Morche, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Pithiviers is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Morche is 209 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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