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Fishing at Étang de Beffoù

Côtes-d'Armor · Bretagne · France · 28 acres (11 ha)
Department
Côtes-d'Armor
Region
Bretagne
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
28 acres (11 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Restricted
From Calais
295 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Callac
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Côtes-d'Armor, Bretagne 28 acres (11 ha) Reservoir Night fishing Boats (restricted) Bivvy permitted 295mi from Calais

About Fishing at Étang de Beffoù

This intimate 11-hectare reservoir in Brittany specializes in trout and pike rather than carp, making it better suited to coarse anglers than carpers. Bank fishing only in a scenic forest setting, though the 1st Category classification means no night sessions and selective tackle rules apply. You'll need a permit from AAPPMA de Callac and should confirm trout-focused regulations before traveling the 295 miles from Calais.

Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang de Beffoù

Night fishing at Étang de Beffoù is authorised under Côtes-d'Armor regulations. Night carp confirmed year-round on all 2nd category waters in Côtes-d'Armor by blanket prefectoral order. Vegetable/boilie baits only. Immediate release. Bank fishing only, max 100m line. Suspension: one weekend per year at pike opening (late April — check federationpeche22.fr for exact dates). Some plans d'eau require free pre-declaration at federationpeche22.fr. Source: federationpeche22.fr/pecher-en-cotes-darmor/parcours/peche-de-nuit

Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang de Beffoù. Boats permitted daytime; forbidden at night.

Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Beffoù under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.

Required permits & cards: Côtes-d'Armor card (EHGO). Mandatory online declaration.

Managed by AAPPMA de Callac. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.

Fish Species at Étang de Beffoù

Étang de Beffoù holds brown trout, rainbow trout, perch, pike. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.

A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Étang de Beffoù — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Callac. Licences are available online before your trip.

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Fishing Season & Rules

1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.

Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA de Callac) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.

Getting to France from the UK

France is the closest mainland European fishing destination for UK anglers. The Channel Tunnel (Folkestone–Calais, ~35 min) is the fastest crossing, while P&O Ferries (Dover–Calais, ~90 min) offer good value for heavy kit. Most northern French venues are within 2–4 hours of Calais; southern venues require a full day of driving.

🚂 Channel TunnelFolkestone → Calais · ~35 min · Drive-on/drive-off · Fastest crossing
⛴ P&O FerriesDover → Calais · ~90 min · Multiple daily sailings · Good for heavy carp kit

A Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence) is required for all freshwater fishing. Buy online at cartedepeche.fr before you travel. Annual, weekly and daily options are available and include your AAPPMA affiliation for the selected department.

Frequently Asked Questions

Planning a Trip to Étang de Beffoù

To fish Étang de Beffoù, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Callac is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Beffoù is 295 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.

Night fishing is permitted at Étang de Beffoù — always check the current rules with AAPPMA de Callac before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.

Côtes-d'Armor is home to numerous public fishing venues. Browse all venues in Côtes-d'Armor or explore all of Bretagne.

Best Time to Fish in France

France offers outstanding fishing year-round. The main coarse close season applies to some rivers (typically January–March for certain species), but still-water carp fishing on private and AAPPMA-managed lakes is available throughout the year. Spring (March–June) is the classic French carp season, with fish actively feeding and moving into shallow margins. Summer nights (June–August) are ideal for big-fish sessions on the large public reservoirs and rivers. Autumn (September–November) is particularly productive on the Auvergne and Languedoc lakes as temperatures drop. The Loire and Saône river systems produce excellent catfish sport from June through September, while the Dordogne and its tributaries fish well for chub, barbel and trout from spring through autumn.

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