Lac de Lannéon is a scenic 18-hectare natural lake in Brittany offering solid carp fishing alongside pike and tench in a peaceful, undeveloped setting—ideal if you're seeking a quieter alternative to busier French venues. Bank fishing only, with day sessions exclusively (night fishing not permitted under local AAPPMA rules), so plan your tactics accordingly. Located 339 miles from Calais, this is a proper expedition destination; you'll need an AAPPMA day ticket from the Landerneau association to fish legally.
Night fishing at Lac de Lannéon is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Finistère requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Check the interactive map at peche-en-finistere.fr before fishing at night. Source: peche-en-finistere.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Lannéon under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Finistère departmental card (EHGO).
Managed by AAPPMA de Landerneau / FD Finistère. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Lannéon holds carp, pike, perch, tench, bream. 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 Lac de Lannéon — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Landerneau / FD Finistère. 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 (AAPPMA de Landerneau / FD Finistère) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac de Lannéon, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Landerneau / FD Finistère is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Lac de Lannéon is 339 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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