Étang de Trémelin is a 44-hectare Breton reservoir offering solid mixed fishing with healthy carp and tench populations, ideal for a relaxed day-session trip around 263 miles from Calais. Bank-only access across scenic shoreline makes it perfect for exploring French water without boat complications, though note that night fishing isn't permitted here—this is a leisure-focused venue with day-only rules. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and must obtain permission from the local AAPPMA (Gaule d'Iffendic) before fishing.
Night fishing at Étang de Trémelin 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 Trémelin. Boats permitted daytime; forbidden at night.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Trémelin 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 Gaule d'Iffendic / FD Ille-et-Vilaine. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Trémelin holds carp, pike, perch, zander, 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 Trémelin — you will also need to be affiliated with Gaule d'Iffendic / 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 (Gaule d'Iffendic / FD Ille-et-Vilaine) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Trémelin, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Gaule d'Iffendic / FD Ille-et-Vilaine is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Trémelin is 263 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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