Étang Claquet is a shallow lowland pond in the Loiret département of Centre-Val de Loire, offering classic French coarse fishing in a gently rolling landscape characteristic of the Loire valley region. This productive étang is ideal for anglers targeting silver fish and pike in a tranquil, accessible setting.
Night fishing at Étang Claquet is permitted but with restrictions. Night fishing allowed for carp only, year-round, no-kill, with plant baits, on specific listed venues
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang Claquet.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang Claquet under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Loiret. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang Claquet holds carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, pike, perch, crucian carp. 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 Claquet — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Loiret. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Étang Claquet, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Loiret is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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