Manche, Normandie 37 acres (15 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 186mi from Calais
About Étang du Goulet
One of Normandie's natural lakes, Étang du Goulet in Manche covers 15 hectares and is open to coarse fishing under French public fishing regulations. Étang du Goulet holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream and Tench, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Étang du Goulet permits night fishing — Night carp permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de la Manche. — making it a viable destination for longer carp sessions. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Étang du Goulet lies 186 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
Manche
Region
Normandie
Water Type
Lake
Size
37 acres (15 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
186 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de la Manche
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Étang du Goulet holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Étang du Goulet covers 37 acres (15 ha) in Manche, Normandie, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang du Goulet?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang du Goulet?+
Night fishing at Étang du Goulet is permitted. Night carp permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de la Manche..
Are bivvies allowed at Étang du Goulet?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang du Goulet under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang du Goulet from Calais?+
Étang du Goulet is approximately 186 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang du Goulet?+
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 de la Manche).
Fishing in Manche, Normandie
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