Étang de Sainte-Suzanne is a modest 13-hectare reservoir in Brittany offering solid carp and tench fishing from the bank, around 231 miles south of Calais—ideal for a quieter break away from busier venues. Day-only fishing (no night sessions) keeps pressure light, though you'll share the water with pike and perch. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA card from the local federation (Truite Briçoise/FD Ille-et-Vilaine) before casting.
Étang de Sainte-Suzanne lies 231 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 Sainte-Suzanne is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Ille-et-Vilaine is authorised year-round (except brief brochet spawning window) on specific 2nd category parcours. The department has many river and plan d'eau night carp sites. Check the interactive map at peche35.fr/4147-parcours-de-peche-de-la-carpe-de-nuit.htm. Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. No motor boat for baiting at night. Source: peche35.fr/4147-parcours-de-peche-de-la-carpe-de-nuit.htm
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang de Sainte-Suzanne. Boats permitted daytime; forbidden at night.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Sainte-Suzanne under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Ille-et-Vilaine card (EHGO).
Managed by Truite Briçoise / FD Ille-et-Vilaine. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Sainte-Suzanne 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 Sainte-Suzanne — you will also need to be affiliated with Truite Briçoise / FD Ille-et-Vilaine. 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 (Truite Briçoise / FD Ille-et-Vilaine) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Sainte-Suzanne, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Truite Briçoise / FD Ille-et-Vilaine is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Sainte-Suzanne is 231 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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