Étang de la Basolle is a compact 10-hectare natural lake in Maine-et-Loire offering solid carp fishing alongside pike, bream and tench in a quieter setting away from busy tourist waters. Night fishing is permitted for carp anglers, making it ideal for serious 24-hour sessions, though it's a substantial 273-mile haul from Calais so best combined with other regional venues. Bank fishing only, so pack accordingly — contact AAPPMA du Maine-et-Loire to confirm current night fishing permissions and obtain your mandatory fishing licence before arrival.
Night fishing at Étang de la Basolle is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Maine-et-Loire requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Parcours listed in the annual arrêté — check the interactive map at fedepeche49.fr/pecher-en-maine-et-loire/reglementation/carpe-de-nuit/ Vegetable baits only. Bank fishing. Immediate release. Source: fedepeche49.fr/pecher-en-maine-et-loire/reglementation/carpe-de-nuit/
Boat fishing: Boats are permitted at Étang de la Basolle. Boats permitted. Bank only for night carp.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de la Basolle under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Maine-et-Loire card (CHI/EHGO/URNE).
Managed by AAPPMA du Maine-et-Loire. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Basolle holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench. 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 de la Basolle — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Maine-et-Loire. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Étang de la Basolle, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Maine-et-Loire is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de la Basolle is 273 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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