Loiret · Centre-Val de Loire · France · 19 acres (8 ha)
Loiret, Centre-Val de Loire 19 acres (8 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang de Cénant
Étang de Cénant is a shallow lowland pond in the Loiret department of Centre-Val de Loire, offering classic coarse fishing opportunities in the gentle landscape of the Loire region. This intimate étang is well-suited to anglers targeting stable populations of common freshwater species in a tranquil setting.
Department
Loiret
Region
Centre-Val de Loire
Water Type
Water
Size
19 acres (8 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Loiret
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang de Cénant
Night fishing at Étang de Cénant is permitted but with restrictions. Night fishing allowed for carp only, year-round, no-kill, with plant baits, on specific listed venues
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Cénant 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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A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Étang de Cénant — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Loiret. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang de Cénant covers 19 acres (8 ha) in Loiret, Centre-Val de Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Cénant?+
The water holds carp, pike, roach, bream, tench, crucian carp, perch, catfish.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Cénant?+
Night fishing at Étang de Cénant is subject to local rules. Night fishing allowed for carp only, year-round, no-kill, with plant baits, on specific listed venues Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Cénant?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Cénant under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Étang de Cénant?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang de Cénant. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Cénant?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Fédération de Pêche Loiret). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang de Cénant
To fish Étang de Cénant, 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.
