Orne, Normandie 3 acres (1 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang de Sainte-Nicole
Étang de Sainte-Nicole is a shallow coarse fish pond nestled in the rural landscape of Orne, Normandie, offering peaceful fishing in a classic lowland setting. This intimate étang is ideal for anglers targeting traditional coarse species in a quiet, accessible Norman countryside location.
Department
Orne
Region
Normandie
Water Type
Water
Size
3 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Orne
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang de Sainte-Nicole
Night fishing at Étang de Sainte-Nicole is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 61 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang de Sainte-Nicole.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Sainte-Nicole 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 Orne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Sainte-Nicole holds carp, tench, roach, rudd, bream, perch, pike, 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 Sainte-Nicole — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Orne. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang de Sainte-Nicole covers 3 acres (1 ha) in Orne, Normandie, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Sainte-Nicole?+
The water holds Carp, Tench, Roach, Rudd, Bream, Perch, Pike, 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 Sainte-Nicole?+
Night fishing at Étang de Sainte-Nicole is subject to local rules. Dept 61 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 Sainte-Nicole?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Sainte-Nicole 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 Sainte-Nicole?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang de Sainte-Nicole. 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 Sainte-Nicole?+
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 Orne). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang de Sainte-Nicole
To fish Étang de Sainte-Nicole, 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 Orne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
