Étang de Pellinec is a compact 11-hectare Breton reservoir offering solid carp fishing in a peaceful, undeveloped setting—perfect if you want to escape the busier French venues. Night fishing is permitted with declaration, though it operates a no-kill carp policy, so this is a catch-and-release destination ideal for specimen hunting rather than a take-home trip. Bank fishing only, located 287 miles from Calais in Côtes-d'Armor: you'll need an AAPPMA licence and must declare your night sessions in advance with the local club (AAPPMA de Rostrenen).
Night fishing at Étang de Pellinec 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 Pellinec. Boats permitted daytime; forbidden at night.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Pellinec 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 Rostrenen. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Pellinec holds carp, pike, perch, 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 Pellinec — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Rostrenen. 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 Rostrenen) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Pellinec, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Rostrenen is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Pellinec is 287 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Étang de Pellinec — always check the current rules with AAPPMA de Rostrenen before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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