Étang au Duc is a compact 21-hectare Breton reservoir offering solid carp fishing alongside pike, perch, and tench in a quieter setting away from heavily-pressured French destinations. Night fishing is permitted under Ploërmel rules, and you can fish from a boat (electric or petrol under 6hp), giving flexibility for exploring deeper areas. Located 280 miles from Calais in Morbihan, it's worth combining with other local venues for a regional trip. You'll need a local AAPPMA licence and should contact FD Morbihan or the Ploërmel AAPPMA in advance regarding specific access and current regulations.
Night fishing at Étang au Duc is authorised under Morbihan regulations. Night carp confirmed on specific berge. Max 3 carpists. No-kill mandatory day and night. No boats. Access: drop gear then park car. South bank only (~500m). Source: AP Morbihan 15 Jan 2026 règles particulières
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang au Duc under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Morbihan departmental card (EHGO).
Managed by AAPPMA de Ploërmel / FD Morbihan. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang au Duc 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 Étang au Duc — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Ploërmel / FD Morbihan. 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 (AAPPMA de Ploërmel / FD Morbihan) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang au Duc, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Ploërmel / FD Morbihan is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang au Duc is 280 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Étang au Duc — always check the current rules with AAPPMA de Ploërmel / FD Morbihan before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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