Mayenne · Pays de la Loire · France · 35 acres (14 ha)
Mayenne, Pays de la Loire 35 acres (14 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 228mi from Calais
About Étang de la Gravelle
One of Pays de la Loire's natural lakes, Étang de la Gravelle in Mayenne covers 14 hectares and is open to coarse fishing under French public fishing regulations. Étang de la Gravelle holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream and Tench, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Étang de la Gravelle permits night fishing — Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de la Mayenne. — 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 228 miles from Calais, Étang de la Gravelle 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
Mayenne
Region
Pays de la Loire
Water Type
Lake
Size
35 acres (14 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
228 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de la Mayenne
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Étang de la Gravelle 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 Gravelle covers 35 acres (14 ha) in Mayenne, Pays de la Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de la Gravelle?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de la Gravelle?+
Night fishing at Étang de la Gravelle is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de la Mayenne..
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de la Gravelle?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de la Gravelle under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de la Gravelle from Calais?+
Étang de la Gravelle is approximately 228 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de la Gravelle?+
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 la Mayenne).
Fishing in Mayenne, Pays de la Loire
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