L'Étang Neuf, Haute-Vienne
This intimate 11.5-hectare reservoir in central France offers quality carp fishing in a peaceful, undeveloped setting with tench and pike adding variety to your sessions. Bank fishing only and day-only access mean early starts and a more traditional approach, but the smaller scale makes it easier to locate feeding fish. Note: You'll need a French fishing licence and must register with the local AAPPMA 87; confirm current access and rules before visiting, as this remote venue has limited facilities.
Night fishing at l'Étang Neuf is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Haute-Vienne is authorised on specific designated sites per annual arrêté. The federation manages 9 conceded plans d'eau in the department. Check federation-peche87.com for the current list of night carp sites. Source: federation-peche87.com
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at l'Étang Neuf under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Haute-Vienne departmental card.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 87 / AAPPMA locale. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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l'Étang Neuf holds carp, pike, perch, tench, black bass. 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 l'Étang Neuf — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 87 / AAPPMA locale. 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 (FDAAPPMA 87 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish l'Étang Neuf, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 87 / AAPPMA locale is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. l'Étang Neuf is 349 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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