How big is Étang du Belloy?

Étang du Belloy covers 52 acres (21 ha) in Orne, Normandie, France.

What fish can I catch at Étang du Belloy?

The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream.

Is night fishing allowed at Étang du Belloy?

Night fishing at Étang du Belloy is not permitted. Day fishing only.

Are bivvies allowed at Étang du Belloy?

Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang du Belloy under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.

How far is Étang du Belloy from Calais?

Étang du Belloy is approximately 169 miles from Calais by road.

Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang du Belloy?

Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA locale (Orne)).

Étang du Belloy, Orne, France

Name: Étang du Belloy
Address: Orne, FR

Orne, Normandie 52 acres (21 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 169mi from Calais

About Étang du Belloy

Étang du Belloy is a small public reservoir in the Orne department of Normandie, covering 21 hectares (52-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.

Fishing at Étang du Belloy is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.

Étang du Belloy lies 169 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Normandie, one of the closest French regions to the UK, making it particularly accessible for shorter fishing trips.

Department

Orne

Region

Normandie

Water Type

Reservoir

Size

52 acres (21 ha)

Night Fishing

Not permitted

Boats

Not allowed

From Calais

169 miles

Managed by

AAPPMA locale (Orne)

Fish Species at Étang du Belloy

Étang du Belloy holds carp, pike, perch, tench, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.

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Fishing Season & Rules

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 locale (Orne)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is Étang du Belloy?+

Étang du Belloy covers 52 acres (21 ha) in Orne, Normandie, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang du Belloy?+

The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang du Belloy?+

Night fishing at Étang du Belloy is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang du Belloy?+

Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang du Belloy under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang du Belloy from Calais?+

Étang du Belloy is approximately 169 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang du Belloy?+

Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA locale (Orne)).

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