Étang de Teillay is a scenic 33-hectare natural lake in Brittany offering solid carp fishing alongside pike, perch, bream and tench — ideal for a relaxed bank-fishing break around 260 miles from Calais. Night fishing is permitted for carp, making it suitable for extended sessions, though you'll need to confirm exact regulations with AAPPMA d'Ille-et-Vilaine beforehand. Bank access only, so pack accordingly and obtain your fishing licence and AAPPMA membership card before arrival.
Night fishing at Étang de Teillay 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 Teillay. Boats permitted daytime; forbidden at night.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Teillay 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 AAPPMA d'Ille-et-Vilaine. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Teillay holds carp, pike, perch, bream, 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 Teillay — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA d'Ille-et-Vilaine. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Étang de Teillay, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA d'Ille-et-Vilaine is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Teillay is 261 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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