Ille-et-Vilaine · Bretagne · France · 391 acres (158 ha)
Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne 391 acres (158 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 266mi from Calais
About Plan d'Eau du Barrage de la Chèze
Plan d'Eau du Barrage de la Chèze is a medium-sized public reservoir in the Ille-et-Vilaine department of Bretagne, covering 158 hectares (391-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Plan d'Eau du Barrage de la Chèze is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Electric motors only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Plan d'Eau du Barrage de la Chèze lies 266 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Bretagne, a popular destination for visiting anglers given its proximity and Atlantic character.
Department
Ille-et-Vilaine
Region
Bretagne
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
391 acres (158 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
266 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Barrages Chèze et Canut
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Plan d'Eau du Barrage de la Chèze 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 (AAPPMA Barrages Chèze et Canut) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Plan d'Eau du Barrage de la Chèze?+
Plan d'Eau du Barrage de la Chèze covers 391 acres (158 ha) in Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne, France.
What fish can I catch at Plan d'Eau du Barrage de la Chèze?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Plan d'Eau du Barrage de la Chèze?+
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau du Barrage de la Chèze is not permitted. Drinking water supply. Day only.
Are bivvies allowed at Plan d'Eau du Barrage de la Chèze?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Plan d'Eau du Barrage de la Chèze under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Plan d'Eau du Barrage de la Chèze from Calais?+
Plan d'Eau du Barrage de la Chèze is approximately 266 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Plan d'Eau du Barrage de la Chèze?+
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 (AAPPMA Barrages Chèze et Canut).
Fishing in Ille-et-Vilaine, Bretagne
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