Lac de Pontavennec is a compact 12.77-hectare reservoir in deepest Brittany offering bank-only carp fishing in a quiet, scenic setting with pike and tench adding variety. Day fishing only under local AAPPMA rules means this is best suited to anglers wanting a relaxed daytime session rather than round-the-clock campaigns. Around 337 miles from Calais and managed by AAPPMA de Landerneau, you'll need a valid French fishing licence and FD Finistère or AAPPMA day ticket before wetting a line.
Night fishing at Lac de Pontavennec 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 Pontavennec 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 Pontavennec 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 Lac de Pontavennec — 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 Pontavennec, 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 Pontavennec is 337 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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