Loiret · Centre-Val de Loire · France · 3 acres (1 ha)
Loiret, Centre-Val de Loire 3 acres (1 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang des Gâtis
Étang des Gâtis is a shallow lowland pond in the Loiret department of Centre-Val de Loire, offering classic coarse fishing in the gently rolling agricultural landscape of central France. This productive étang is an excellent destination for anglers targeting quality specimens in a peaceful, accessible setting.
Department
Loiret
Region
Centre-Val de Loire
Water Type
Water
Size
3 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Loiret
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang des Gâtis
Night fishing at Étang des Gâtis is permitted but with restrictions. Night fishing allowed for carp only, year-round, no-kill, with plant baits, on specific listed venues
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang des Gâtis.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang des Gâtis 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 Loiret. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Étang des Gâtis — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Loiret. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang des Gâtis covers 3 acres (1 ha) in Loiret, Centre-Val de Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang des Gâtis?+
The water holds carp, pike, perch, roach, bream, tench, crucian carp.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang des Gâtis?+
Night fishing at Étang des Gâtis is subject to local rules. Night fishing allowed for carp only, year-round, no-kill, with plant baits, on specific listed venues Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang des Gâtis?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang des Gâtis 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 des Gâtis?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang des Gâtis. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang des Gâtis?+
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 Loiret). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang des Gâtis
To fish Étang des Gâtis, 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 Loiret is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
