Étang de Quintin is a peaceful 20-hectare natural lake in Brittany offering solid carp and bream fishing from the bank, ideal if you're seeking quieter water away from busier venues. Night carp fishing is permitted here, giving you flexibility for extended sessions—contact AAPPMA des Côtes-d'Armor beforehand to confirm current rules. Located 277 miles south of Calais, it's a proper road trip, but the remote Breton setting and bank-only access make it perfect for a dedicated, undisturbed session. You'll need a French fishing licence and AAPPMA membership; confirm these directly with AAPPMA de Quintin before your visit.
Étang de Quintin lies 277 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.
Night fishing at Étang de Quintin 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 Quintin. Boats permitted daytime; forbidden at night.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Quintin 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 Quintin. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Quintin holds carp, pike, perch, 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 Quintin — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Quintin. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Étang de Quintin, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Quintin is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Quintin is 277 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Étang de Quintin — always check the current rules with AAPPMA de Quintin before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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