Retenue de Rophemel is a scenic 50-hectare reservoir in Brittany offering solid carp fishing alongside pike and bream, with the added bonus of night fishing for dedicated carpers. Boats are permitted, opening up deeper water exploration across this medium-sized venue—a rarity that sets it apart from many French public lakes. Located 258 miles from Calais and managed by AAPPMA de Plouasne, you'll need to purchase a day ticket and confirm night fishing permissions directly with the local AAPPMA before your trip.
Night fishing at Retenue de Rophemel is authorised under Côtes-d'Armor regulations. Night carp confirmed year-round on all 2nd category waters in Côtes-d'Armor by blanket prefectoral order. Vegetable/boilie baits only. Immediate release. Bank fishing only, max 100m line. Suspension: one weekend per year at pike opening (late April — check federationpeche22.fr for exact dates). Some plans d'eau require free pre-declaration at federationpeche22.fr. Source: federationpeche22.fr/pecher-en-cotes-darmor/parcours/peche-de-nuit
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Retenue de Rophemel. Boats permitted daytime; forbidden at night.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Retenue de Rophemel under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Côtes-d'Armor card (EHGO). Mandatory online declaration.
Managed by AAPPMA de Plouasne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Retenue de Rophemel holds carp, pike, perch, 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 Retenue de Rophemel — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Plouasne. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Retenue de Rophemel, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Plouasne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Retenue de Rophemel is 258 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Retenue de Rophemel — always check the current rules with AAPPMA de Plouasne before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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