Ille-et-Vilaine · Bretagne · France · 25 acres (10 ha)
Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne 25 acres (10 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 281mi from Calais
About Étang de Beauché
Étang de Beauché is a small public reservoir in the Ille-et-Vilaine department of Bretagne, covering 10 hectares (25-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Étang de Beauché is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Étang de Beauché lies 281 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
25 acres (10 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
281 miles
Managed by
Fédération Ille-et-Vilaine
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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 (Fédération Ille-et-Vilaine) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de Beauché?+
Étang de Beauché covers 25 acres (10 ha) in Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Beauché?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Beauché?+
Night fishing at Étang de Beauché is not permitted. Local AAPPMA rules. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Beauché?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Beauché under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Beauché from Calais?+
Étang de Beauché is approximately 281 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Beauché?+
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 (Fédération Ille-et-Vilaine).
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.
