Étang Duris is a compact 23-hectare leisure reservoir in Indre offering solid carp fishing alongside catfish, pike and tench in a relaxed day-session environment. Set 292 miles south of Calais, it's ideal if you want to escape the crowds at better-known venues without sacrificing fish quality or variety. Bank fishing only and strictly daytime sessions, so plan accordingly—you'll need a valid AAPPMA licence from the Châteauroux association to fish.
At 292 miles from Calais, Étang Duris is a popular destination for anglers exploring Centre-Val de Loire, a central region with excellent pike, perch and carp fishing across its river systems and lakes.
Night fishing at Étang Duris is authorised under Indre regulations. Night carp confirmed. Indre (36) has a blanket prefectoral authorisation (arrêté n°36-2007-12-08-003) permitting night carp on ALL public 2nd category waters across the department. Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. Source: federationpeche18.fr + arrêté n°36-2007-12-08-003
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang Duris under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA de Châteauroux. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang Duris 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 Duris — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Châteauroux. 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 (AAPPMA de Châteauroux) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang Duris, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Châteauroux is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang Duris is 292 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Étang Duris — always check the current rules with AAPPMA de Châteauroux before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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