, 45 acres (18 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang de Piard
Étang de Piard is a shallow lowland pond in the Loire Valley region of western France, offering classic coarse fishing opportunities in a peaceful rural setting. This intimate étang is ideal for anglers targeting specimen fish in a tranquil environment typical of the region's agricultural landscape.
Department
Region
Water Type
Water
Size
45 acres (18 ha)
Night Fishing
Unknown
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération Nationale de Pêche
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang de Piard
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Piard 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 Nationale de Pêche. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Piard 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 de Piard — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération Nationale de Pêche. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang de Piard covers 45 acres (18 ha) in , , France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Piard?+
The water holds Carp, Tench, Bream, Roach, Rudd, Pike, Perch, Crucian Carp. 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 Piard?+
Night fishing at Étang de Piard is subject to local rules. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Piard?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Piard 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 Piard?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang de Piard. 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 Piard?+
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 Nationale de Pêche). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang de Piard
To fish Étang de Piard, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération Nationale de Pêche is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
