How big is Étang du Mas?

Étang du Mas covers 31 acres (12 ha) in Loire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.

What fish can I catch at Étang du Mas?

The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.

Is night fishing allowed at Étang du Mas?

Night fishing at Étang du Mas is not permitted. Local management.

Are bivvies allowed at Étang du Mas?

Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang du Mas under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.

How far is Étang du Mas from Calais?

Étang du Mas is approximately 370 miles from Calais by road.

Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang du Mas?

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 de Roanne).

Étang du Mas, Loire, France

Name: Étang du Mas
Address: Loire, FR

Loire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 31 acres (12 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 370mi from Calais

About Étang du Mas

Étang du Mas is a small public reservoir in the Loire department of Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, covering 12 hectares (31-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.

Fishing at Étang du Mas is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.

At 370 miles from Calais, Étang du Mas requires a longer journey from the UK, but Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — rewards the trip.

Department

Loire

Region

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Water Type

Reservoir

Size

31 acres (12 ha)

Night Fishing

Not permitted

Boats

Not allowed

From Calais

370 miles

Managed by

AAPPMA de Roanne

Fish Species at Étang du Mas

Étang du Mas holds carp, pike, perch, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.

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Fishing Season & Rules

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 (AAPPMA de Roanne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is Étang du Mas?+

Étang du Mas covers 31 acres (12 ha) in Loire, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang du Mas?+

The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang du Mas?+

Night fishing at Étang du Mas is not permitted. Local management.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang du Mas?+

Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang du Mas under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang du Mas from Calais?+

Étang du Mas is approximately 370 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang du Mas?+

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 de Roanne).

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