Vienne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine · France · 9 acres (4 ha)
Vienne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine 9 acres (4 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang de Guesnes
Étang de Guesnes is a shallow lowland pond in the Vienne département of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, offering classic coarse fishing in a tranquil rural setting. This modest étang is ideal for anglers seeking traditional French pond fishing for common species in a peaceful western French landscape.
Department
Vienne
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Water Type
Water
Size
9 acres (4 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Vienne
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang de Guesnes
Night fishing at Étang de Guesnes is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 86 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang de Guesnes.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Guesnes 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 Vienne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Guesnes holds carp, roach, rudd, tench, pike, perch, 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 Étang de Guesnes — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Vienne. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang de Guesnes covers 9 acres (4 ha) in Vienne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Guesnes?+
The water holds Carp, Roach, Rudd, Tench, Pike, Perch, Bream. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Guesnes?+
Night fishing at Étang de Guesnes is subject to local rules. Dept 86 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Guesnes?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Guesnes 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 Guesnes?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang de Guesnes. 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 Guesnes?+
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 Vienne). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang de Guesnes
To fish Étang de Guesnes, 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 Vienne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
