How big is Étang la Font?

Étang la Font covers 25 acres (10 ha) in Cher, Centre-Val de Loire, France.

What fish can I catch at Étang la Font?

The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.

Is night fishing allowed at Étang la Font?

Night fishing at Étang la Font is not permitted. Local AAPPMA rules. Day fishing only.

Are bivvies allowed at Étang la Font?

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

How far is Étang la Font from Calais?

Étang la Font is approximately 246 miles from Calais by road.

Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang la Font?

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 Sancerre).

Étang la Font, Cher, France

Name: Étang la Font
Address: Cher, FR

Cher, Centre-Val de Loire 25 acres (10 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 246mi from Calais

About Étang la Font

Étang la Font is a small public reservoir in the Cher department of Centre-Val de Loire, covering 10 hectares (25-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 la Font is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.

At 246 miles from Calais, Étang la Font 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.

Department

Cher

Region

Centre-Val de Loire

Water Type

Reservoir

Size

25 acres (10 ha)

Night Fishing

Not permitted

Boats

Not allowed

From Calais

246 miles

Managed by

AAPPMA de Sancerre

Fish Species at Étang la Font

Étang la Font 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 Sancerre) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is Étang la Font?+

Étang la Font covers 25 acres (10 ha) in Cher, Centre-Val de Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang la Font?+

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

Night fishing at Étang la Font is not permitted. Local AAPPMA rules. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang la Font?+

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

Étang la Font is approximately 246 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang la Font?+

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 Sancerre).

Fishing in Cher, Centre-Val de Loire

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