Loire-Atlantique · Pays de la Loire · France · 43 acres (17 ha)
Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire 43 acres (17 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 288mi from Calais
About Retenue du Bout de Bois
Formed by damming a river valley in Loire-Atlantique, Retenue du Bout de Bois is a small public reservoir covering 17 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Pays de la Loire. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Retenue du Bout de Bois, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Retenue du Bout de Bois lies 288 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
Loire-Atlantique
Region
Pays de la Loire
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
43 acres (17 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
288 miles
Managed by
FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique
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Retenue du Bout de Bois holds carp, pike, perch, 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 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Retenue du Bout de Bois?+
Retenue du Bout de Bois covers 43 acres (17 ha) in Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, France.
What fish can I catch at Retenue du Bout de Bois?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Retenue du Bout de Bois?+
Night fishing at Retenue du Bout de Bois is not permitted. Canal-linked / Day only.
Are bivvies allowed at Retenue du Bout de Bois?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Retenue du Bout de Bois under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Retenue du Bout de Bois from Calais?+
Retenue du Bout de Bois is approximately 288 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Retenue du Bout de Bois?+
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 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique).
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