Retenue du Bout de Bois is a compact 17-hectare reservoir in Loire-Atlantique offering solid mixed fishing for carp, tench, bream and pike from the bank only—ideal if you're exploring beyond the crowded northern venues (288 miles from Calais). Day fishing only due to its canal connection, so plan accordingly, though the intimate setting and tench populations make it worth a daytime session. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA membership from Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique 44 to fish here.
Night fishing at Retenue du Bout de Bois is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Loire-Atlantique requires specific authorisation. About 40 designated sites across the department. Check the interactive map (updated 09/01/2026) at federationpeche44.fr/ou-pecher/ before fishing at night. Source: federationpeche44.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Retenue du Bout de Bois under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Loire-Atlantique card (EHGO).
Managed by FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Retenue du Bout de Bois holds carp, pike, perch, tench, 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 du Bout de Bois — you will also need to be affiliated with FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique. 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 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Retenue du Bout de Bois, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDAAPPMA 44 / Fédération Pêche Loire-Atlantique is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Retenue du Bout de Bois is 288 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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