L'Étang Neuf is a scenic 50-hectare reservoir in Indre offering solid carp and catfish potential alongside pike and zander, ideal if you're exploring the quieter Centre-Val de Loire region around 285 miles south of Calais. Bank fishing only with day-fishing restrictions due to local AAPPMA rules, so plan your sessions accordingly and pack tackle for mixed species – the diverse ecosystem keeps things interesting. You'll need an AAPPMA day ticket from Ardentes and a French fishing licence; contact the local syndicate ahead to confirm current access and any seasonal restrictions.
At 285 miles from Calais, l'Étang Neuf 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 l'Étang Neuf 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 l'Étang Neuf under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA d'Ardentes. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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l'Étang Neuf holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, 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 l'Étang Neuf — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA d'Ardentes. 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 d'Ardentes) 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 AAPPMA d'Ardentes is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. l'Étang Neuf is 285 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at l'Étang Neuf — always check the current rules with AAPPMA d'Ardentes before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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