Ille-et-Vilaine · Bretagne · France · 76 acres (31 ha)
Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne 76 acres (31 ha) Gravel pit Night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 255mi from Calais
About Gravières de la Piblais
Gravières de la Piblais is a worked-out gravel pit in Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne, now a small public fishing venue covering 31 hectares. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Night fishing is permitted at Gravières de la Piblais — Premier night location. Regarding boats: Float-tube only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 255 miles from Calais, Gravières de la Piblais is a popular destination for anglers exploring Bretagne, a popular destination for visiting anglers given its proximity and Atlantic character.
Department
Ille-et-Vilaine
Region
Bretagne
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
76 acres (31 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
255 miles
Managed by
Union des Pêcheurs de Rennes
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Gravières de la Piblais 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 (Union des Pêcheurs de Rennes) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Gravières de la Piblais?+
Gravières de la Piblais covers 76 acres (31 ha) in Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne, France.
What fish can I catch at Gravières de la Piblais?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Gravières de la Piblais?+
Night fishing at Gravières de la Piblais is permitted. Premier night location.
Are bivvies allowed at Gravières de la Piblais?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Gravières de la Piblais under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Gravières de la Piblais from Calais?+
Gravières de la Piblais is approximately 255 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Gravières de la Piblais?+
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 (Union des Pêcheurs de Rennes).
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.
