, 14 acres (6 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang de Précorps
Étang de Précorps is a shallow lowland pond located in the Loire Valley region of western France, offering classic coarse fishing opportunities in a tranquil setting. This intimate water is ideal for anglers targeting native French pond species in a scenic rural environment.
Department
Region
Water Type
Water
Size
14 acres (6 ha)
Night Fishing
Unknown
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération Nationale de Pêche
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang de Précorps
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Précorps 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 Précorps 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 Précorps — 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 Précorps covers 14 acres (6 ha) in , , France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Précorps?+
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 Précorps?+
Night fishing at Étang de Précorps is subject to local rules. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Précorps?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Précorps 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 Précorps?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang de Précorps. 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 Précorps?+
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 Précorps
To fish Étang de Précorps, 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.
