Plan d'Eau 5 de la Commune de Fontenay-sur-Loing is a modest 10-hectare reservoir in Loiret offering solid carp and tench sport from the bank in a peaceful, unspoilt setting — ideal if you're seeking quieter water away from busier French venues. The gravel-pit origins mean varied depths and features, though night fishing isn't permitted, so plan your sessions accordingly. You'll need a day ticket or season permit from AAPPMA du Bassin du Loing Amont; it's roughly 200 miles south of Calais, making it a worthwhile detour if exploring the Loire region.
At 201 miles from Calais, Plan d'Eau 5 de la Commune de Fontenay-sur-Loing 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 Plan d'Eau 5 de la Commune de Fontenay-sur-Loing 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 du Bassin du Loing Amont. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Plan d'Eau 5 de la Commune de Fontenay-sur-Loing 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 Plan d'Eau 5 de la Commune de Fontenay-sur-Loing — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Bassin du Loing Amont. 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 du Bassin du Loing Amont) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Plan d'Eau 5 de la Commune de Fontenay-sur-Loing, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Bassin du Loing Amont is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Plan d'Eau 5 de la Commune de Fontenay-sur-Loing is 201 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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