Fosses de la Gardette is a compact 14.5-hectare reservoir in Charente-Maritime offering solid carp and tench fishing from the bank, with the bonus of pike and perch for variety. Day fishing only applies here due to its tidal marsh setting, so plan accordingly if you're making the 370-mile trek south from Calais. You'll need a day ticket from the local AAPPMA and French fishing licence—contact FDAAPPMA 17 for permits and current conditions before your visit.
Night fishing at Fosses de la Gardette is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Charente-Maritime requires specific prefectoral authorisation. Check peche17.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: peche17.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Fosses de la Gardette under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 17 / AAPPMA locale. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Fosses de la Gardette holds carp, pike, perch, tench, black bass. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Fosses de la Gardette — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 17 / AAPPMA locale. Licences are available online before your trip.
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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 17 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Fosses de la Gardette, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 17 / AAPPMA locale is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Fosses de la Gardette is 370 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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