Étang Neuf, Loiret
This intimate 11-hectare reservoir near Montargis offers solid carp fishing from the bank in a quieter setting — perfect if you're after a less crowded French experience, 228 miles south of Calais. Day fishing only keeps pressure low, and you'll share the water with pike and tench. You'll need an AAPPMA permit from Montargis to fish here.
Night fishing at Étang Neuf is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Loiret night carp is only authorised on: the entire Loire river, Lac des Closiers, Étang des Grèves (Beaulieu), Étang du Puits (Cerdon, digue only), Canal de Briare sections, and Île Charlemagne (Orléans, AAPPMA dates). Source: federationpeche45.fr/6247-les-parcours-specifiques-no-kill-cdn-.htm Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Managed by AAPPMA de Montargis. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang Neuf holds carp, pike, perch, tench. 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 Neuf — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Montargis. 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 Montargis) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang Neuf, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Montargis is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang Neuf is 228 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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