Étang de Rinting is a shallow lowland pond located in Moselle, in the Grand Est region of northeastern France, offering classic coarse fishing in a rural setting typical of the Lorraine landscape. This productive étang is ideal for anglers targeting peaceful waters with good populations of traditional French pond fish species.
Night fishing at Étang de Rinting is not permitted. Dept 57 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Rinting 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 Moselle. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Rinting holds carp, bream, roach, tench, 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 Rinting — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Moselle. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Étang de Rinting, 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 Moselle is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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