Mayenne · Pays de la Loire · France · 277 acres (112 ha)
Mayenne, Pays de la Loire 277 acres (112 ha) Water Night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 209mi from Calais
About Retenue de Saint-Fraimbault
Retenue de Saint-Fraimbault is a medium-sized public water in the Mayenne department of Pays de la Loire, France. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Night fishing is permitted at Retenue de Saint-Fraimbault — Federal Night Zone. Regarding boats: Petrol & Electric (Max 10km/h). Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Retenue de Saint-Fraimbault lies 209 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Pays de la Loire, a region with diverse fishing including carp lakes, river pike and coastal species.
Department
Mayenne
Region
Pays de la Loire
Water Type
Water
Size
277 acres (112 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
209 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 53 / Fédération Pêche Mayenne
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Retenue de Saint-Fraimbault 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 (FDAAPPMA 53 / Fédération Pêche Mayenne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Retenue de Saint-Fraimbault?+
Retenue de Saint-Fraimbault covers 277 acres (112 ha) in Mayenne, Pays de la Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Retenue de Saint-Fraimbault?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Retenue de Saint-Fraimbault?+
Night fishing at Retenue de Saint-Fraimbault is permitted. Federal Night Zone.
Are bivvies allowed at Retenue de Saint-Fraimbault?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Retenue de Saint-Fraimbault under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Retenue de Saint-Fraimbault from Calais?+
Retenue de Saint-Fraimbault is approximately 209 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Retenue de Saint-Fraimbault?+
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 (FDAAPPMA 53 / Fédération Pêche Mayenne).
Fishing in Mayenne, Pays de la Loire
Mayenne is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Pays de la Loire departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
