Mayenne · Pays de la Loire · France · 59 acres (24 ha)
Mayenne, Pays de la Loire 59 acres (24 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 239mi from Calais
About Étang du Château
Étang du Château is a small public reservoir in the Mayenne department of Pays de la Loire, covering 24 hectares (59-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Étang du Château is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 239 miles from Calais, Étang du Château 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
Mayenne
Region
Pays de la Loire
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
59 acres (24 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
239 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 53 / Fédération Pêche Mayenne
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Étang du Château holds carp, pike, perch, 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 53 / Fédération Pêche Mayenne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang du Château?+
Étang du Château covers 59 acres (24 ha) in Mayenne, Pays de la Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang du Château?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang du Château?+
Night fishing at Étang du Château is not permitted. Local AAPPMA rules (Mayenne).
Are bivvies allowed at Étang du Château?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang du Château under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang du Château from Calais?+
Étang du Château is approximately 239 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang du Château?+
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 (FDAAPPMA 53 / Fédération Pêche Mayenne).
Fishing in Mayenne, Pays de la Loire
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