Ille-et-Vilaine · Bretagne · France · 111 acres (45 ha)
Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne 111 acres (45 ha) Reservoir Night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 250mi from Calais
About Étang de la Rincerie
Étang de la Rincerie is a small public reservoir in the Ille-et-Vilaine department of Bretagne, covering 45 hectares (111-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.
Night fishing is permitted at Étang de la Rincerie — Authorised night zones. Regarding boats: Electric motors only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Étang de la Rincerie lies 250 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
111 acres (45 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
250 miles
Managed by
Gaule Guerchaise / FD Ille-et-Vilaine
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Étang de la Rincerie 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 Rincerie?+
Étang de la Rincerie covers 111 acres (45 ha) in Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de la Rincerie?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de la Rincerie?+
Night fishing at Étang de la Rincerie is permitted. Authorised night zones.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de la Rincerie?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de la Rincerie under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de la Rincerie from Calais?+
Étang de la Rincerie is approximately 250 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de la Rincerie?+
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
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