Sarthe · Pays de la Loire · France · 14 acres (6 ha)
Sarthe, Pays de la Loire 14 acres (6 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étangs de Vadré
Étangs de Vadré is a shallow lowland pond complex in the Sarthe department of Pays de la Loire, offering classic coarse fishing in a rural setting. This peaceful water is ideal for anglers targeting multiple species in a tranquil countryside environment.
Department
Sarthe
Region
Pays de la Loire
Water Type
Water
Size
14 acres (6 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Sarthe
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étangs de Vadré
Night fishing at Étangs de Vadré is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 72 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étangs de Vadré 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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Étangs de Vadré 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 Vadré — 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 Vadré covers 14 acres (6 ha) in Sarthe, Pays de la Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étangs de Vadré?+
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 Vadré?+
Night fishing at Étangs de Vadré 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 Vadré?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étangs de Vadré 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 Vadré?+
Boats are not permitted at Étangs de Vadré. 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 Vadré?+
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 Vadré
To fish Étangs de Vadré, 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.
