Ille-et-Vilaine · Bretagne · France · 130 acres (53 ha)
Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne 130 acres (53 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 264mi from Calais
About Étang de la Blisière
Étang de la Blisière is a medium-sized public reservoir in the Ille-et-Vilaine department of Bretagne, covering 53 hectares (130-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Étang de la Blisière is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Étang de la Blisière lies 264 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
130 acres (53 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
264 miles
Managed by
Gaule Guerchaise / FD Ille-et-Vilaine
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Étang de la Blisière holds carp, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 (Gaule Guerchaise / FD Ille-et-Vilaine) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de la Blisière?+
Étang de la Blisière covers 130 acres (53 ha) in Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de la Blisière?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de la Blisière?+
Night fishing at Étang de la Blisière is not permitted. Local AAPPMA rules. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de la Blisière?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de la Blisière under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de la Blisière from Calais?+
Étang de la Blisière is approximately 264 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de la Blisière?+
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 (Gaule Guerchaise / FD 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.
