Loire-Atlantique · Pays de la Loire · France · 44 acres (18 ha)
Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire 44 acres (18 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 317mi from Calais
About Étang du Gros Caillou
Étang du Gros Caillou is a small public reservoir in the Loire-Atlantique department of Pays de la Loire, covering 18 hectares (44-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 Gros Caillou is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Étang du Gros Caillou is 317 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Pays de la Loire — a region with diverse fishing including carp lakes, river pike and coastal species — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Loire-Atlantique
Region
Pays de la Loire
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
44 acres (18 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
317 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique
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Étang du Gros Caillou 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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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 (FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang du Gros Caillou?+
Étang du Gros Caillou covers 44 acres (18 ha) in Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang du Gros Caillou?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang du Gros Caillou?+
Night fishing at Étang du Gros Caillou is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang du Gros Caillou?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang du Gros Caillou under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang du Gros Caillou from Calais?+
Étang du Gros Caillou is approximately 317 miles from Calais by road.
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, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique).
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