Loire-Atlantique · Pays de la Loire · France · 20 acres (8 ha)
Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire 20 acres (8 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only
About Fishing at Étang du Gros Caillou
An 8.2-hectare pond providing a compact but worthwhile fishing ground in Loire-Atlantique. Standard coarse species such as carp, tench and bream should be present; electric boat access is available for anglers wishing to work different areas.
Department
Loire-Atlantique
Region
Pays de la Loire
Water Type
Water
Size
20 acres (8 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
AAPPMA de Pornic
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang du Gros Caillou
Night fishing at Étang du Gros Caillou is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp fishing only allowed on prefectural decree designated spots, not all waters
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Managed by AAPPMA de Pornic. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
Rules shown are based on departmental defaults. Confirm with the local AAPPMA before fishing.
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Étang du Gros Caillou covers 20 acres (8 ha) in Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang du Gros Caillou?+
Species information is available to PiscaMaps members.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang du Gros Caillou?+
Night fishing at Étang du Gros Caillou is subject to local rules. Night carp fishing only allowed on prefectural decree designated spots, not all waters Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang du Gros Caillou?+
Bivvy camping restrictions apply at Étang du Gros Caillou. Full details including any overnight exemptions are available to PiscaMaps members.
Are boats allowed at Étang du Gros Caillou?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang du Gros Caillou. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang du Gros Caillou?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA de Pornic). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang du Gros Caillou
To fish Étang du Gros Caillou, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Pornic is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
