Creux de la Hinchère is a compact 20-hectare natural lake in Loire-Atlantique offering solid mixed fishing with good carp stocks alongside pike and tench—ideal if you want intimate, bank-only sessions without the pressure of larger venues. Located 310 miles southwest of Calais, it's a peaceful day-fishing destination that rewards patience, though the lack of night fishing means you'll need to plan sessions carefully around daylight hours. You'll need a day ticket from FDAAPPMA 44 (Loire-Atlantique federation) before fishing.
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.
Night fishing at Creux de la Hinchère is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Loire-Atlantique requires specific authorisation. About 40 designated sites across the department. Check the interactive map (updated 09/01/2026) at federationpeche44.fr/ou-pecher/ before fishing at night. Source: federationpeche44.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Creux de la Hinchère under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Loire-Atlantique card (EHGO).
Managed by FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Creux de la Hinchère holds carp, pike, perch, tench, bream. 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 Creux de la Hinchère — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique. Licences are available online before your trip.
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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.
To fish Creux de la Hinchère, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Creux de la Hinchère is 310 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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