Loiret · Centre-Val de Loire · France · 6 acres (3 ha)
Loiret, Centre-Val de Loire 6 acres (3 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étangs de Basse
Étangs de Basse is a shallow lowland pond system in the Loiret department of Centre-Val de Loire, offering classic French coarse fishing in a gentle, accessible landscape. This productive étang is ideal for anglers targeting quality specimens in a peaceful, rural setting.
Department
Loiret
Region
Centre-Val de Loire
Water Type
Water
Size
6 acres (3 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Loiret
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étangs de Basse
Night fishing at Étangs de Basse 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 Étangs de Basse.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étangs de Basse 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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Étangs de Basse 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 Étangs de Basse — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Loiret. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étangs de Basse covers 6 acres (3 ha) in Loiret, Centre-Val de Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étangs de Basse?+
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 Étangs de Basse?+
Night fishing at Étangs de Basse 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 Étangs de Basse?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étangs de Basse 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 Étangs de Basse?+
Boats are not permitted at Étangs de Basse. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étangs de Basse?+
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 Étangs de Basse
To fish Étangs de Basse, 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.
