Gravières de l'Étang de la Chaise is an intimate 9.5-hectare gravel pit in Brittany offering solid carp, pike, perch and tench on bank-only access—perfect for anglers seeking a quieter, less pressured venue about 260 miles from Calais. Night fishing is fully authorised here, making it ideal for dedicated carp sessions with a genuine wild-water feel. You'll need an AAPPMA permit from Gaule Mordellaise (FD Ille-et-Vilaine) before fishing.
Night fishing at Gravières de l'Étang de la Chaise is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Ille-et-Vilaine is authorised year-round (except brief brochet spawning window) on specific 2nd category parcours. The department has many river and plan d'eau night carp sites. Check the interactive map at peche35.fr/4147-parcours-de-peche-de-la-carpe-de-nuit.htm. Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. No motor boat for baiting at night. Source: peche35.fr/4147-parcours-de-peche-de-la-carpe-de-nuit.htm
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Gravières de l'Étang de la Chaise under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Ille-et-Vilaine card (EHGO).
Managed by Gaule Mordellaise / FD Ille-et-Vilaine. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Gravières de l'Étang de la Chaise holds carp, pike, perch, tench. 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 Gravières de l'Étang de la Chaise — you will also need to be affiliated with Gaule Mordellaise / FD Ille-et-Vilaine. 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 (Gaule Mordellaise / FD Ille-et-Vilaine) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Gravières de l'Étang de la Chaise, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Gaule Mordellaise / FD Ille-et-Vilaine is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Gravières de l'Étang de la Chaise is 259 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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