Ille-et-Vilaine · Bretagne · France · 133 acres (54 ha)
Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne 133 acres (54 ha) Reservoir No night fishing 270mi from Calais
About Étang du Pas du Houx
Étang du Pas du Houx is a medium-sized public reservoir in the Ille-et-Vilaine department of Bretagne, covering 54 hectares (133-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Étang du Pas du Houx is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only.
Étang du Pas du Houx lies 270 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Bretagne, a popular destination for visiting anglers given its proximity and Atlantic character.
Department
Ille-et-Vilaine
Region
Bretagne
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
133 acres (54 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
270 miles
Managed by
Fédération Ille-et-Vilaine
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Étang du Pas du Houx holds carp, pike, perch, zander, 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 (Fédération Ille-et-Vilaine) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang du Pas du Houx?+
Étang du Pas du Houx covers 133 acres (54 ha) in Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang du Pas du Houx?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang du Pas du Houx?+
Night fishing at Étang du Pas du Houx is not permitted. Protected area (Paimpont).
Are bivvies allowed at Étang du Pas du Houx?+
Bivvy camping restrictions apply at Étang du Pas du Houx. Full details are available to PiscaMaps members.
How far is Étang du Pas du Houx from Calais?+
Étang du Pas du Houx is approximately 270 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang du Pas du Houx?+
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 (Fédération Ille-et-Vilaine).
Fishing in Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne
Ille-et-Vilaine is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Bretagne departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
