Maine-et-Loire · Pays de la Loire · France · 494 acres (200 ha)
Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la Loire 494 acres (200 ha) Lake Night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 260mi from Calais
About Étang de Pouancé
Set in the Maine-et-Loire department of Pays de la Loire, Étang de Pouancé is a large natural lake of 200 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Bream and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
For UK carp anglers, night fishing at Étang de Pouancé is allowed: Night carp permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de Pouancé.. Regarding boats: Boats permitted. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 260 miles from Calais, Étang de Pouancé is a popular destination for anglers exploring Pays de la Loire, a region with diverse fishing including carp lakes, river pike and coastal species.
Department
Maine-et-Loire
Region
Pays de la Loire
Water Type
Lake
Size
494 acres (200 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
260 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA des Étangs Pouancéens
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Étang de Pouancé holds carp, pike, perch, zander, bream, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Étang de Pouancé covers 494 acres (200 ha) in Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Pouancé?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Pouancé?+
Night fishing at Étang de Pouancé is permitted. Night carp permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de Pouancé..
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Pouancé?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Pouancé under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Pouancé from Calais?+
Étang de Pouancé is approximately 260 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Pouancé?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA des Étangs Pouancéens).
Fishing in Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la Loire
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