Étang des Personnes is a modest 28-hectare reservoir in Eure-et-Loir offering solid carp, catfish and tench populations in a quiet, bank-only setting — ideal if you want to escape busier venues. Located 173 miles south of Calais, it's day-fishing only under strict AAPPMA rules, so plan accordingly if you're chasing 24-hour sessions. You'll need a local permit from AAPPMA de Nogent-le-Rotrou before casting a line.
Étang des Personnes lies 173 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 des Personnes is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Eure-et-Loir requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Check peche28.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: peche28.fr
Required permits & cards: Eure-et-Loir departmental card.
Managed by AAPPMA de Nogent-le-Rotrou. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang des Personnes 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 des Personnes — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Nogent-le-Rotrou. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Étang des Personnes, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Nogent-le-Rotrou is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang des Personnes is 173 miles from Calais, around 3 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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