Lac des Closiers is an intimate 11-hectare reservoir near Montargis offering solid carp fishing in a peaceful, accessible setting just over 200 miles from Calais. Night fishing is permitted, and the venue suits bank anglers with its mix of carp, pike, perch and tench across manageable swims. You'll need to purchase a day ticket or temporary licence from the local AAPPMA de Montargis before fishing.
Night fishing at Lac des Closiers 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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Lac des Closiers 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 Lac des Closiers — 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 Lac des Closiers, 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. Lac des Closiers is 208 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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