A La Carp

Location: North of France near Laval

This established venue, situated in the north of France near Laval, has a superb reputation for big carp and the quality of its all-inclusive package holidays. Set in its own grounds the 5½ acre lake has been purpose built to accommodate carp anglers in tranquil and well laid out surroundings. This is a travel inclusive package - guests are picked up Friday night in the UK at 8.30pm for a crossing to Le Havre. The ferry docks in France at 7.30am with arrival at the venue for 10am on the Saturday. However, throughout the season a number of weeks are allocated for self-drive customers - enquire...... More >>

Le Beau Lacs

Location: Brittany

Le Beau Lacs (Etang de Muez) is a very pretty lake set in its own 35 acre grounds in Brittany, just two hours from the ferry port of Caen. In contrast to the majority of venues in this part of Brittany, which are typically of only 2 to 5 acres in size, Le Beau Lacs is a much larger, mature lake that dates back over 300 years - it's a beautiful 27 acre, lily fringed water set in the rolling countryside of Ile et Vilaine. It was originally created in the early 1700's and is surrounded by oak and poplar trees that are themselves hundreds of years old. The venue is open to a maximum of ten ...... More >>

Castaway Lake 1 - The first of three lakes at La Creuse in France

Location: Le Creuse region of France just off the N145

Castaway Lake 1 itself is approx. 5 acres in size fed by a small stream, and has reed beds and high quantity of lilly pads. It is believed to be over 1000 years old and is shown on all good maps. There are two double swims and one single swim, set in amongst the trees as we only have 5 anglers at a time giving each angler approx. 1 acre to themselves. Around the lake you may occasionally see a deer or two along with buzzards and kingfishers. The lake is stocked with Commons Mirrors and grass carp up to 50lb cat fish to 80lb+ and silver carp to over 60lb.. Castaway Lake 1 is located on t...... More >>

Castaway Lake 2 - The second of three lakes at La Creuse in France

Location: Le Creuse region of France just off the N145

Set in the beautiful French countryside. 11 acres in size and nestled amongst fields and forest sits Castaway Lake 2. If you enjoy wildlife, peace and quiet then this is your dream lake. We have decided to open this venue on a drive and survive basis with a maximum of 7 anglers, as we know that there are a lot of anglers who prefer to use their own equipment, or alternatively you can hire all the equipment from us. It has two double, one single and one treble swims, which are within walking distance of the caravan which provides toilet, shower , fridge etc. It is again set in the La Creuse ...... More >>

Forest Pool

Location: 80km east of Paris

A round 4 acres in size it has two islands in the centre and a couple of banks of lilies. There is a fair amount of weed, especially in the shallower water.

Over all depth is relatively shallow with 2 feet to the left hand bank and 4 feet by the larger island, and in the centre before the lilies. It has about half an acre that is no more than 18 inches deep - the large carp can be seen on a sunny day patrolling the margins and lily pads, a stalkers paradise. It really is an exciting lake to fish, with the water being quite shallow when you hook a fish the surface erupts as the carp...... More >>

Hooked in France (les Montautiers)

Location: Mayenne

Hooked in France, located on the Normandy/Mayenne border has to rank as one of the most prolific Carp fisheries in France. With a high stock density of immaculate Carp, the vast majority of which are over 25lb. The beautiful lake at Les Montautiers is over 350 years old and is bordered by mature oak trees and traditional French poplars. This old English estate looking lake has so many features including two islands, overhanging trees, reeds, bays, several sets of pads and a large channel between the islands and the hidden plateaus....... More >>

Island Lake

Location: Island Lake is over 30 years old and set in 35 acres of beautiful woodland, lying close to the River Seine. It’s a 3.5 hour drive from Calais and only 45 minutes from Paris and Euro Disney.

It’s around 20 acres for a maximum of 10 anglers and it is possible to book the lake exclusively. The banks have been left as natural as possible but carefully cut into it are 14 swims, several being double, with a wooden cabin in each swim. There are also shower and toilet facilities on site. A track around the lake makes easy access for vehicles to every swim. The swim cabins do not have water or electricity, but are equipped with two single beds, a bedside cabinet and gas heater. Outside there’s a terrace area with a pub-style wooden bench and parasol....... More >>

Remy

Location: 4 hours from Calais

Remy is 25 acres in size, set in the heart of a forest near the famous Lac D'Orient, around 4 hours from Calais. The setting is wild & undisturbed with overhanging trees, lilies & fringes of reeds around the perimeter. The surrounding woodland is rich in flora and fauna with deer, wild boar and a myriad of other birds and animals. Remy accommodates up to 10 anglers and can be booked exclusively.

The lake is fairly deep at the dam wall end, going to about 3m. There's a feeder stream running down the length of the lake bed so it has the classic features of gentle slopes to the centre with sha...... More >>

Ribiere

Location: South of France near Limoges

A large water of some 10 hectares with swims on both sides. All the pegs are wide and spacious - some can comfortably accommodate 3 or 4 anglers. This former gravel pit has depths varying from 6 metres to 1.5 metres. If the ground conditions are good you can drive to most of the pegs and then return your car to the car park. If the ground conditions are wet you can drive to the lake edge & then wheel barrows are available to help transport your tackle to your chosen swim. Eric, the on-site bailiff will meet you in the reception area & walk you round the lake so you can choose your swim - hi...... More >>

Rushes Lake

Location: Viré en Champagne, Sarthe in North West France

A 10 acre lake set in 17 acres of land. Bordered by a wood on one side the lake varies in depth from 3 ft - 10ft at the dam end. The lake is over 400 years old and benefits from natural swims... of which there are seven with large grassy banks ideal for 'bivvying'. The lake is mainly silt with a small number of gravel areas. The lake is virtually 'weed-free', and is a carpers paradise.

Iain & Kim, the English owners, live in the house on the dam wall and are 'on hand' 24/7 with advice, if you should so need. Kim provides a legendary food package, homecooked & in enormous portions whi...... More >>

Domaine de la Vallée

Location: The Domaine de la Vallée is set in the lush countryside in the Aisne department of northern France, about 2 hours drive from the ferry port of Calais.

This large water covers around 100 acres and is over a mile long, a sumptuous setting for a carp angling session with islands, pads, bays, gravel bars, silt beds and the original stream bed - features in abundance! Like so many of the lakes in this part of the world it was created from a gravel workings. This site however, is one of the largest and oldest pits in the Oise valley.

The bottom of the lake is very varied with everything from deep gullies to shallow gravel bars and pockets of silt. The lake has several islands and bays, with extensive lily pads at the far end. All offer superb p...... More >>

Village Lake

Location: Heart of rural France, about 2½ hours drive from the ferry port of Calais

A former gravel pit of some 40 acres with an average depth of about 2.5m, it has swims on both sides. All the pegs are wide and spacious with ample room for up to 2 anglers and their bivvies, in a calm and rural environment. Most swims can be driven to and all can be pre-booked....... More >>

Lacs Les Pins -

Location: Our beautiful lake is situated in one of the most stunning settings in the Limousin area, on the border with the Dordogne.

Lac les Pins is set amongst Pine Trees in a most stunning and idyllic location, where you will be able to enjoy the tranquility and relaxation it offers. We acquired the lake from the French owner at the end of 2003. He had used the lake and surrounding area over the years for the hunting of wild boar. The lake is in a very secluded location, but you may spot a deer at sunrise and sunset, visiting and drinking from the lake. We have yet to see a wild boar, they are possibly hiding in the surrounding enclosed mature woodland, but there is plenty of other wildlife around to give that added fe...... More >>

Lake Apremont

Location: France

A beautiful lake wich incorparates many attractions as well as keeping the Family happy while you fish the sand banks around the lake make for an enjoyable relaxing fishing holiday as well as the more secluded parts of the lake....... More >>

Justices Lake

Location: North of Limoges, France

Carp Fishing France @ Justices Lake. One of the most outstanding Exclusive Use Carp Fishing Holiday destinations you will find in France. Book it Now. A 3 acre, Exclusive Use Venue for up to 4 Anglers in beautiful, tranquil surroundings. Justices Lake always seems to produce amazing catches and a Fantastic Fishing experience....... More >>

Chapel Lake

Location: North of Limoges, France

Carp Fishing France @ Chapel Lake. Come and Enjoy an outstanding example of Carp Fishing Holiday destinations in the Heart of France. Book Chapel Now. An 18 acre venue producing some truly outstanding fishing. Individuals, Groups and Exclusive Use are available....... More >>

Lac de Miarlet

Location: Two stunning spring fed lakes set in the beautiful Limousin countryside. Lac de Miarlet is located just outside Merinchal, close to Claremont Ferrand and Aubusson.

Situated in the warm climate of the Limousin in the rural region of the Creuse. The property is set in eleven acres of secluded landscaped grounds. Set well away from any main road (although easy to find with the directions supplied). The only neighbours you are likely to see are cows grazing in the nearby fields, making this an ideal setting for a quiet week of fishing away from it all. A maximum of five anglers on each of the two lakes. This is what Carp fishing in France is all about....... More >>

Lac du Charlou

Location: Lac du Charlou is located in the Champagne region of France. A 3 1/2 hour drive from Calais on the autoroute.

Lac du Charlou is a beautiful fully fringed gravel pit of over 16 acres and has depths up to 25 feet....... More >>

Lac Serenity in Normandy

Location: Hidden away in the Orne region, bordering Mayenne, Lac Serenity is a fully tree lined 7.2 acre lake, more reminiscent of an old English estate lake.

The lake is surrounded by an abundance of trees from, Oaks to willows and popular to name just a few, the wild flowers and bushes blend in well with the ambience of Lac Serenity, hence the name Serenity was chosen for the lake name.

All the swims on Lac Serenity offer the angler plenty of visible features and water to fish to, lily pads and over hanging bushes in the margins offer the fish plenty of cover during the warmer months and are ideal hotspots for laying your traps. Under the surface the lakebed has patches of silt and is relatively snag free, the rest of the lakebed is made up ...... More >>

Sweet Chestnut Lake in Perigord-Limousin

Location: We are positioned midway between the large towns of Limoges, Perigueux and Angouleme, approximately a 50 minute drive from each. We are just over the Limousin border in the Dordogne region.

A beautiful stream and spring fed mature lake of just under 4 acres, 200 metres long and 70 metres wide. Depths vary from 1 metre, where the stream enters, to up to 5 metres at the dam end.

Levels are always maintained in the lake by the incoming streams and also by springs that can be seen bubbling from the lake bed. In the severe drought in France, in summer 2006, when many lakes actually dried up, sweet chestnut lake retained it’s full height

The lake bed has a combination of hard areas and silt, and there is no significant weed or snags.

Half of the lake has lovely flat...... More >>

Etang de Brigueuil

Location: Etang de Brigueuil is a 25 acre lake on the borders of the Charente and the Limousin.

25 acre lake on the borders of the Charente and the Limousin with Mirrors and Leathers to late 40’s, Commons to late 30’s, Grass Carp to late 40’s, Pike to mid 30’s, Zander to mid 20’s, 1 Catfish (silure) to mid 40’s, Roach, Perch....... More >>

Martins Lakes

Location: Martin’s Lakes are set in the Forêt de la Double area of the Dordogne. The Dordogne is a beautiful region of forests and rolling hills with some of the best vineyards in the world creating some of the finest wines.

We have three lakes on site – the specimen lake, the course fishing lake and a third lake, which is not yet available for fishing as the dam is currently undergoing repair.

The lakes lie in tranquil and private woodland surroundings, set in 80 acres of rolling French countryside. The specimen lake is surrounded by mature trees providing peaceful seclusion for a very relaxing holiday.

4 anglers – 6 swims. If you book the whole lake exclusively for you, the number of angers may be increased to 6....... More >>

Castaway Lake 3 - The third of three lakes at La Creuse in France

Location: Le Creuse region of France just off the N145

Our new CATFISH only lake.

Have you always wanted to try Cat fishing but don't have the equipment to cope with the shear power of them, well don't worry we can help.

Set in a valley of stunning French tranquillity you will find Castaway Lake 3. This lake is 4.5 acres in size and is surrounded by forests and fields. It has 4 large single wood chipped swims, where on your arrival you will find your bivvy, etc already erected and waiting for you, also all the tackle you will need, and it is all included in the price....... More >>

Le Chene Vert - Carp fishing in South West France

Location: Situated in the heart of the Limousin countryside in an area of outstanding natural beauty, this 5 acre lake is still within easy reach of the A20 and Limoges airport.

If you are looking for a carp fishing venue with something to offer everyone then why not stay at Le Chene Vert. Our 5 acre carp lake is set in 5 acres of private parkland and woods. The lake is stocked with mirror carp and common carp to 45lbs and is ideal for both experienced and novice anglers, while our facilities make it an excellent choice for families, and mixed groups....... More >>

Carp and Cats

Location: Dordogne: We are located approximately 45 minutes, by car from Limoges and 1 hour 15 minutes from Bergerac

The lake at Carp and Cats is a well established haven for fish. Formerly owned by a French family who used it as their holiday home. It seems though that no fishing ever took place. Rumour has it that the French only fish to eat and not for pleasure so they missed out on the joys of sitting on these sleepy banks with a rod in hand.

The lake is three acres in size, set in ten acres of beautiful tranquil and secluded woodland, all of which is securely fenced but with easy vehicle access. It is fed by several natural springs with varying depths to cater for all types of angling. Ideall...... More >>

France4Fishing

Location: This beautiful family run venue is set in a valley in acres of French countryside in the heart of the Haute Vienne near the lovely market town of Chateaponsac which boasts bars, restaurants and shops.

Le Planchon Lake of over 3 acres sits in acres of beautiful French countryside partly surrounded by trees, there is access all around the lake making choosing a spot to fish a difficult one.

Le Planchon Lake has the Classification of a Fish Farm due to it's optimum water quality and temperature, this makes not only an ideal water for breeding but also shows incredible growth rates of the existing stock.

Le Planchon Lake has always been maintained to a very high standard with Regular draining/cleaning therefore is very clean with minimum silt levels....... More >>

Lodge Lakes

Location: The Haute-Vienne area of the Limousin

Situated in the beautiful Haute-Vienne area of the Limousin, you will find our carp fishing lake. Lodge Lakes is a stunning tree lined, totally secluded and private 4 acre exclusive hire lake, with a lakeside lodge that comfortably sleeps six people.

Lodge lakes is the perfect venue for your angling holiday, whether you are a group of friends wanting to fish day and night on the bankside or a family or couple looking for that secure, idyllic retreat.

For you to have the maximum time out on the lake or just to give you a truly restful holiday in France, we can cook your meals for yo...... More >>

Les Croix Carp Fishing

Location: Charente Region of South West France

Les Croix is an English owned big carp water with luxury lakeside accomodation, in the Charente Region of South West France.

This gorgeous lake of 3.6 acres is situated in a tranquil and scenic location in the Charente Department, close to the border of the neighbouring department of Haute-Vienne. Known locally as the land of trees and water, you will appreciate why when you arrive in this stunning and beautiful location.

Les Croix is owned and run by a UK qualified and experienced fisheries manager, so you can expect a top class lake !

Les Croix is suitable for all carp an...... More >>

Moulin de Passais

Location: Normandy

6 acre venue offerring great carp fishing. Fish from any of the 6 permanent pegs or anywhere you wish on the 3 available sides. Carp caught from all over the lake....... More >>

Oaklands Lake

Location: A stunning 7.5 acre spring fed lake set in woodland in the beautiful Limousin countryside. Oaklands lake is located in the commune of La Meyze near to the Dordogne border in South West France.

Seven and a half acres in size with a mainly clean bottom, Oaklands lake offers nine comfortable swims with a maximum of six people fishing, so if you want to move swims it isnt a problem....... More >>

Creuse Carp

Location: Creuse, Limousin in Central France. Google satellite map available on website

Very private 10 acre tree lined lake in a beautiful setting stocked with fast growing Royale Carp to 45lbs. Set in a 75 acre estate deep in the Limousin countryside....... More >>

La Cohue Fisheries

Location: Situated in the heart of the Brittany countryside only an hour and a half drive from the port of St.Malo, three hours from Caen and three and a half hours from Cherbourg.

Open April to October inclusive. A five acre stream fed Lake with depths near the source of three feet and at the dam end over twelve feet. The Lake is situated on private agricultural land so no permit is required and night fishing is legal. At the shallow end the lake bed has a sandy bottom with large sandbanks along the far, tree-lined margin and deeper pockets towards the near-side bank. The Lake then runs through a large lily bed in front of the cabin and as the lake deepens towards the dam end the lake bed becomes silty....... More >>

Lake Mirabelle

Location: Chauvigny, Poitou-Charentes, Vienne, South West France

At Lake Mirabelle we offer Tailor Made fishing holidays for every kind of angler. The lake is an idyllic fisherman’s retreat set in the picturesque Poitou-Charentes countryside with brand new Fisherman's Lodge. The lake is 2.7 acres in size and is perfectly formed for the type of holidays we offer. Each swim is spacious and well planned with separate platforms for each angler. There is one double platform should you wish to fish with a partner or junior angler. The island in the centre is the perfect distance to cast to. We have maximum of four anglers....... More >>

Carp Creuse Angling

Location: The Carp Creuse Angling Experience at Etang De Vost. This picturesque 4.5 Acre Lake is surrounded by mature trees set in the beautiful French countryside in the Creuse department of the Limousin region of France.

Etang De Vost is 4.5 acres in size with widths of around 40-95 yards and depths from 2-8ft , it is set in beautiful country side with wooded area and bushes all around.

Features of the lake are numerous and classical including the old river bed, inlet stream and over hanging trees, to name a few....... More >>

Lionheart Lakes

Location: The Dordogne

Lionheart Lakes are situated in an idyllic woodland setting. Surrounded by pine and oak trees and is picturesque, Lionheart Lakes welcomes Anglers and Nature Lovers to a truly peaceful and relaxing holiday in this most beautiful region of the South Dordogne. For wildlife enthusiasts wild boar, deer and a variety of reptiles including fire salamander are local inhabitants. This too is also regarded as ‘twitcher’s paradise’ where amongst our feathered friends comprises buzzards, kingfishers, owls …

Lionheart Lakes guarantees guests total privacy. Whilst set in a somewhat remote locat...... More >>

The Old Oak Carp Fishery

Location: France nr St Pourcain

A well established lake offering not only beautiful surroundings, but some of the best carp fishing in France. Accommodation and catering can also be provided or you can "Drive and Survive".

A 10 acre lake set in 33 acre surroundings, containing woodlands, streams and fields. Quiet and remote location near the village Le Theil. Nearest main town is St Pourcain, approximately 6km away.

Situated in the beautiful Burgundy region.

Fully stocked with Mirror Carp up to 56lbs and Common Carp up to 46 lbs.

The lake has 10 swims, 8 single swims and 2 double swims, for a maximum of 12...... More >>

Le Malidor Fishing and Camping Leisure Park

Location: Located between Mayenne and Alencon

A beautiful holiday park for the family in the heart of France.

There are three lakes on the park and all three are well stocked with fish. The main lake is approx three acres in size although a little harder to fish than the other two if you set your stall up right be it for the big one or bag up a good days fishing is there to be enjoyed. The main lake has its own fishing platforms to fish from and they circle a small island.

The two small lakes are very active making them ideal for beginners or children. These lakes are surrounded by trees and hedges with picnic areas. Although the...... More >>

Twin Lakes Caravan Park

Location: Charente-Maritime

Twin Lakes Caravan Park is a picturesque English family owned site set in the region of Charente-Maritime, France. We cater for those seeking a quiet and restful holiday in rural France away from the hustle and bustle of every day life.

The caravan site has two fishing lakes. The top lake, which is set in, the wooded area is mainly for experienced fishermen, with Carp at 20lb plus. A small daily fee is charged for this and all catches must be released. In May 2005 within 3 hours one of our guests bagged a total catch of 140lb. He was so pleased with the fishing on site he booked again for ...... More >>