Étang du Fourneau is a compact 12-hectare trout and pike reservoir in Brittany, roughly 290 miles south of Calais, offering day-only bank fishing in a peaceful rural setting. While primarily a trout venue, the pike and perch populations make it worth considering if you're exploring mixed-species fishing away from dedicated carp waters. Licence note: You'll need a French fishing licence and membership with the local AAPPMA de Guerlédan or FD Côtes-d'Armor before casting a line.
At 294 miles from Calais, Étang du Fourneau is a popular destination for anglers exploring Bretagne, a popular destination for visiting anglers given its proximity and Atlantic character.
Night fishing at Étang du Fourneau is authorised under Côtes-d'Armor regulations. Night carp confirmed year-round on all 2nd category waters in Côtes-d'Armor by blanket prefectoral order. Vegetable/boilie baits only. Immediate release. Bank fishing only, max 100m line. Suspension: one weekend per year at pike opening (late April — check federationpeche22.fr for exact dates). Some plans d'eau require free pre-declaration at federationpeche22.fr. Source: federationpeche22.fr/pecher-en-cotes-darmor/parcours/peche-de-nuit
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang du Fourneau. Boats permitted daytime; forbidden at night.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang du Fourneau under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Côtes-d'Armor card (EHGO). Mandatory online declaration.
Managed by AAPPMA de Guerlédan / FD Côtes-d'Armor. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang du Fourneau holds brown trout, rainbow trout, perch, pike. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Étang du Fourneau — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Guerlédan / FD Côtes-d'Armor. Licences are available online before your trip.
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA de Guerlédan / FD Côtes-d'Armor) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang du Fourneau, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Guerlédan / FD Côtes-d'Armor is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang du Fourneau is 294 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Étang du Fourneau — always check the current rules with AAPPMA de Guerlédan / FD Côtes-d'Armor before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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