Côtes-d'Armor · Bretagne · France · 29 acres (12 ha)
Côtes-d'Armor, Bretagne 29 acres (12 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 285mi from Calais
About Étang de Gourveaux
Étang de Gourveaux is a small public reservoir in the Côtes-d'Armor department of Bretagne, covering 12 hectares (29-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 Gourveaux is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Étang de Gourveaux lies 285 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
Côtes-d'Armor
Region
Bretagne
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
29 acres (12 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
285 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Rostrenen
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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 Rostrenen) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de Gourveaux?+
Étang de Gourveaux covers 29 acres (12 ha) in Côtes-d'Armor, Bretagne, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Gourveaux?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Gourveaux?+
Night fishing at Étang de Gourveaux is not permitted. Local AAPPMA rules. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Gourveaux?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Gourveaux under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Gourveaux from Calais?+
Étang de Gourveaux is approximately 285 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Gourveaux?+
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 (AAPPMA de Rostrenen).
Fishing in Côtes-d'Armor, Bretagne
Côtes-d'Armor 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.
