Eure-et-Loir · Centre-Val de Loire · France · 62 acres (25 ha)
Eure-et-Loir, Centre-Val de Loire 62 acres (25 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang de la Balastière
Étang de la Balastière is a shallow lowland pond situated in the gently rolling countryside of Eure-et-Loir in the Centre-Val de Loire region, offering classic coarse fishing opportunities in a peaceful rural setting. This modest étang is ideal for anglers targeting the common freshwater species that thrive in these quiet, productive waters of central France.
Department
Eure-et-Loir
Region
Centre-Val de Loire
Water Type
Water
Size
62 acres (25 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Eure-et-Loir
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang de la Balastière
Night fishing at Étang de la Balastière is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 28 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de la Balastière 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 Eure-et-Loir. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Balastière holds carp, roach, bream, tench, pike, perch, crucian carp, rudd. 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 la Balastière — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Eure-et-Loir. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang de la Balastière covers 62 acres (25 ha) in Eure-et-Loir, Centre-Val de Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de la Balastière?+
The water holds Carp, Roach, Bream, Tench, Pike, Perch, Crucian carp, Rudd. 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 la Balastière?+
Night fishing at Étang de la Balastière is subject to local rules. Dept 28 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 la Balastière?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de la Balastière 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 la Balastière?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang de la Balastière. 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 la Balastière?+
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 Eure-et-Loir). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang de la Balastière
To fish Étang de la Balastière, 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 Eure-et-Loir is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
