Lac des Bretonnières is a compact 16.8-hectare reservoir near Tours offering solid day-only carp fishing alongside pike, tench and bream — ideal for a focused, shorter trip without the night-fishing commitment. The no-boats policy keeps the venue quiet and personal, with bankside access favourable for targeting feeding fish in shallower margins. At 255 miles from Calais, it suits a mid-France itinerary; contact AAPPMA Le Gardon Tourangeau (Tours) to arrange a permit before you go.
Night fishing at Lac des Bretonnières is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Indre-et-Loire is authorised on specific designated parcours per annual arrêté. Loire valley gravel pits and river sections are the main venues. Check peche37.fr for the current arrêté and list before fishing at night. Source: peche37.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac des Bretonnières under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Indre-et-Loire card (CHI/EHGO/URNE).
Managed by AAPPMA Le Gardon Tourangeau (Tours). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac des Bretonnières 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 des Bretonnières — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Le Gardon Tourangeau (Tours). 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 Le Gardon Tourangeau (Tours)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac des Bretonnières, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Le Gardon Tourangeau (Tours) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Lac des Bretonnières is 255 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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