Ille-et-Vilaine · Bretagne · France · 96 acres (39 ha)
Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne 96 acres (39 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 244mi from Calais
About Bassin de Bazouges
Bassin de Bazouges is a small public reservoir in the Ille-et-Vilaine department of Bretagne, covering 39 hectares (96-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Bassin de Bazouges is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Bassin de Bazouges lies 244 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Bretagne, a popular destination for visiting anglers given its proximity and Atlantic character.
Department
Ille-et-Vilaine
Region
Bretagne
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
96 acres (39 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
244 miles
Managed by
Union des Pêcheurs de Rennes
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Bassin de Bazouges holds carp, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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2nd Category water. Carp/coarse: open all year. Pike: 25 Apr 2026–31 Jan 2027 (closed Feb–Apr). Zander/Perch/Catfish: all year. Pike season as above.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (Union des Pêcheurs de Rennes) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Bassin de Bazouges?+
Bassin de Bazouges covers 96 acres (39 ha) in Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne, France.
What fish can I catch at Bassin de Bazouges?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Bassin de Bazouges?+
Night fishing at Bassin de Bazouges is not permitted. Canal reservoir rules. Day only.
Are bivvies allowed at Bassin de Bazouges?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Bassin de Bazouges under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Bassin de Bazouges from Calais?+
Bassin de Bazouges is approximately 244 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Bassin de Bazouges?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Union des Pêcheurs de Rennes).
Fishing in Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne
Ille-et-Vilaine is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Bretagne departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
