Étang du Bouillon is a 44-hectare reservoir in Normandie offering solid mixed fishing for carp, pike, zander and tench from the bank—ideal if you want variety without the pressure of bigger venues. Day fishing only keeps it quieter and more intimate, though you'll need to plan your sessions around daylight hours. Pick up your AAPPMA permit locally and allow around three hours' drive from Calais to reach this understated gem.
Night fishing at Étang du Bouillon is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Orne requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Check peche61.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: peche61.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang du Bouillon under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Orne departmental card (EHGO).
Managed by AAPPMA locale (Orne). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang du Bouillon 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 du Bouillon — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale (Orne). 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 (AAPPMA locale (Orne)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang du Bouillon, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale (Orne) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang du Bouillon is 172 miles from Calais, around 3 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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