Étang de Loscouët is a scenic 21-hectare Breton reservoir offering solid carp, tench and bream fishing from the bank, set in peaceful countryside around 270 miles southwest of Calais. Day fishing only (no night sessions) keeps the pressure light, making this an ideal spot for anglers seeking a quieter Brittany venue away from busier commercial waters. You'll need an AAPPMA day ticket from the Merdrignac federation before fishing—contact them directly to confirm current rates and any seasonal restrictions.
At 266 miles from Calais, Étang de Loscouët is a popular destination for anglers exploring Bretagne, a popular destination for visiting anglers given its proximity and Atlantic character.
Night fishing at Étang de Loscouët is authorised under Côtes-d'Armor regulations. Night carp confirmed year-round on all 2nd category waters in Côtes-d'Armor by blanket prefectoral order. Vegetable/boilie baits only. Immediate release. Bank fishing only, max 100m line. Suspension: one weekend per year at pike opening (late April — check federationpeche22.fr for exact dates). Some plans d'eau require free pre-declaration at federationpeche22.fr. Source: federationpeche22.fr/pecher-en-cotes-darmor/parcours/peche-de-nuit
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang de Loscouët. Boats permitted daytime; forbidden at night.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Loscouët under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Côtes-d'Armor card (EHGO). Mandatory online declaration.
Managed by AAPPMA de Merdrignac. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Loscouët holds carp, pike, perch, tench, bream. 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 Loscouët — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Merdrignac. Licences are available online before your trip.
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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 (AAPPMA de Merdrignac) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Loscouët, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Merdrignac is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Loscouët is 266 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Étang de Loscouët — always check the current rules with AAPPMA de Merdrignac before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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