Loire-Atlantique · Pays de la Loire · France · 49 acres (20 ha)
Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire 49 acres (20 ha) Lake No night fishing Bivvy permitted 310mi from Calais
About Creux de la Hinchère
Creux de la Hinchère is a small natural lake in Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, covering 20 hectares of freshwater fishing. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Creux de la Hinchère is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 310 miles from Calais, Creux de la Hinchère requires a longer journey from the UK, but Pays de la Loire — a region with diverse fishing including carp lakes, river pike and coastal species — rewards the trip.
Department
Loire-Atlantique
Region
Pays de la Loire
Water Type
Lake
Size
49 acres (20 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
310 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique
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Creux de la Hinchère holds carp, pike, perch, 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 (FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Creux de la Hinchère?+
Creux de la Hinchère covers 49 acres (20 ha) in Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Creux de la Hinchère?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Creux de la Hinchère?+
Night fishing at Creux de la Hinchère is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Creux de la Hinchère?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Creux de la Hinchère under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Creux de la Hinchère from Calais?+
Creux de la Hinchère is approximately 310 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Creux de la Hinchère?+
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 (FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique).
Fishing in Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire
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