Étang des Noues is a 33-hectare reservoir in Maine-et-Loire offering solid carp fishing alongside pike, zander and tench, with good depth variation that rewards exploring different swims. Night fishing is permitted, making it ideal for extended sessions, and the bank-only format suits anglers wanting a quieter, less crowded experience around 290 miles from Calais. You'll need either a Cholet AAPPMA day ticket or membership with the Fédération Pêche Maine-et-Loire—check locally beforehand as permits are strictly enforced.
Night fishing at Étang des Noues is authorised under Maine-et-Loire regulations. Night carp confirmed — Étang des Noues (35ha) is explicitly listed as a confirmed night carp parcours on absolu-peche.fr with 'Pêche de nuit sur le plan d'eau complet' (full lake). Year-round. Record carp to 25kg. Up to 4 rods with reels. Vegetable baits only. Bank fishing only. Immediate release — no keep-sack. Carpe >60cm: no live transport. Source: fedepeche49.fr/pecher-en-maine-et-loire/reglementation/carpe-de-nuit/
Boat fishing: Boats are permitted at Étang des Noues. Boats permitted. Bank only for night carp.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang des Noues under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Maine-et-Loire card (CHI/EHGO/URNE).
Managed by FDAAPPMA 49 / Fédération Pêche Maine-et-Loire. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang des Noues holds carp, pike, perch, zander, 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 des Noues — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 49 / Fédération Pêche Maine-et-Loire. 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 49 / Fédération Pêche Maine-et-Loire) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang des Noues, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 49 / Fédération Pêche Maine-et-Loire is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang des Noues is 294 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Étang des Noues — always check the current rules with FDAAPPMA 49 / Fédération Pêche Maine-et-Loire before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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