Plan d'Eau de la Blanche is a compact 33-hectare reservoir in south-west France offering solid mixed fishing with carp alongside catfish, pike and zander — ideal if you want variety over a week-long trip. Day-only access from the bank suits anglers who prefer daytime sessions, though the distance from Calais (429 miles) makes it better paired with other Nouvelle-Aquitaine venues rather than as a standalone destination. You'll need a French fishing licence and membership with the local AAPPMA (FDAAPPMA 33) to fish here.
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau de la Blanche is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Gironde's arrêté lists specific designated venues only: Hourtin/Piqueyrot (3 postes), Canaule (10 postes), Brouqueyran, Hostens (21 postes), Abzac (4 postes), Langon (700m zone), Lac Bleu de Léognan (2 postes). This lake is not among them. Source: peche33.com/ou-pecher-en-gironde/les-parcours-specifiques/ Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Plan d'Eau de la Blanche under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FDAAPPMA 33 / AAPPMA locale. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Plan d'Eau de la Blanche holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream, black bass. 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 Plan d'Eau de la Blanche — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 33 / AAPPMA locale. 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 (FDAAPPMA 33 / AAPPMA locale) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Plan d'Eau de la Blanche, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 33 / AAPPMA locale is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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