Maine-et-Loire · Pays de la Loire · France · 25 acres (10 ha)
Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la Loire 25 acres (10 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 273mi from Calais
About Étang de la Basolle
One of Pays de la Loire's natural lakes, Étang de la Basolle in Maine-et-Loire covers 10 hectares and is open to coarse fishing under French public fishing regulations. Étang de la Basolle holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream and Tench, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Étang de la Basolle permits night fishing — Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA du Maine-et-Loire. — making it a viable destination for longer carp sessions. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
At 273 miles from Calais, Étang de la Basolle is a popular destination for anglers exploring Pays de la Loire, a region with diverse fishing including carp lakes, river pike and coastal species.
Department
Maine-et-Loire
Region
Pays de la Loire
Water Type
Lake
Size
25 acres (10 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
273 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA du Maine-et-Loire
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Étang de la Basolle holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Étang de la Basolle covers 25 acres (10 ha) in Maine-et-Loire, Pays de la Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de la Basolle?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de la Basolle?+
Night fishing at Étang de la Basolle is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA du Maine-et-Loire..
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de la Basolle?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de la Basolle under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de la Basolle from Calais?+
Étang de la Basolle is approximately 273 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de la Basolle?+
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 du Maine-et-Loire).
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