Sarthe · Pays de la Loire · France · 4 acres (1 ha)
Sarthe, Pays de la Loire 4 acres (1 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étangs de Bioux
Étangs de Bioux is a shallow lowland pond complex situated in the Sarthe department of Pays de la Loire, offering peaceful fishing in the gentle countryside of western France. This coarse fish water is ideal for anglers seeking a relaxed day targeting common lowland species in a classic French étang setting.
Department
Sarthe
Region
Pays de la Loire
Water Type
Water
Size
4 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Sarthe
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étangs de Bioux
Night fishing at Étangs de Bioux is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 72 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étangs de Bioux.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étangs de Bioux 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 Sarthe. 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 Étangs de Bioux — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Sarthe. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étangs de Bioux covers 4 acres (1 ha) in Sarthe, Pays de la Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étangs de Bioux?+
The water holds carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, pike, perch, crucian carp.
Is night fishing allowed at Étangs de Bioux?+
Night fishing at Étangs de Bioux is subject to local rules. Dept 72 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 Étangs de Bioux?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étangs de Bioux 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 Bioux?+
Boats are not permitted at Étangs de Bioux. 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 Bioux?+
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 Sarthe). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étangs de Bioux
To fish Étangs de Bioux, 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 Sarthe is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
