The 81-acre reservoir of Étang des Noues sits within the Maine-et-Loire department of Pays de la Loire, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Étang des Noues holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Étang des Noues permits night fishing — Cholet - AAPPMA specific — making it a viable destination for longer carp sessions. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Étang des Noues lies 294 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Pays de la Loire, a region with diverse fishing including carp lakes, river pike and coastal species.
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Étang des Noues holds carp, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. 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 (FDAAPPMA 49 / Fédération Pêche Maine-et-Loire) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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