Where can I go carp fishing in France?

• Cheshire Lake. 181 miles from Le Havre ferry port. 7 acres. Carp 60 lbs.
• Authentic lake. 181 miles from Le Havre ferry port. 17 acres. Carp 60 lbs.
• Etang Le Fays. 247 miles from Calais ferry port. 17 acres. Carp 70 lbs.
• Etang des Persats. 343 miles from Le Havre ferry port. 12 acres. Carp 60 lbs.

A fisherman in France reeled in an incredible 100-pound, 8-ounce common carp that, if approved by the International Game Fish Association, would smash the current world record of 75 pounds, 11 ounces, a fish caught at Lac de St. Cassien in France in 1987.

Southern France
Iktus is located in Southern France near the Spanish border close to the village of Pau. Iktus is rapidly becoming the big Carp Fishing Lake in France. There are about 1,500 Carp in the main lake including 30 different 60+lb/27.25+kg Carp and about 4 different 70lb+/31.75+kg Carp.

Not only the French diners love carp, but carp are also among the most popular fish for French anglers who are happy when they catch a 12-kilo (26 L.B.) carp even though they know that rarer 20 kilos (44 lb) and 25 kilos (55 lb) specimens are out there.

Fishing on the beach There are many places along the 5500 km of French coastline where you can collect shellfish while walking along the shore.

Check out this for a common carp… all 101 lb 6 oz of it, and caught by an English angler. The immense fish is the new World record common carp and it fell to Terry Harbert at Lake Serene in France.

The continental climate in France gives us just that few degrees extra average temperatures, which is enough to get the carp feeding longer throughout the year. Also the strains of carp stocked into France have generally been fast growing mirrors and they can reach 30lb in just 5-7 years.

The continental climate in France gives us just that few degrees extra average temperatures, which is enough to get the carp feeding longer throughout the year. 2) A Lake to yourselves: French lakes for the most part are larger than the UK counterparts and there are lots of them.

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You do need either a fishing rod licence or a permit for legal freshwater fishing in France. for private fisheries a fishing permit from the landowner is required.

Can I take bait – boilies, particle etc – to France after BREXIT? They are quite simple; any baits containing animal by-products (dairy, meat etc) are not allowed to be taken, any baits not containing animal by-products (particles) are allowed to be taken but will be restricted to 2kg.

Ghost Carp (simply an alternative name for Ghost Koi), are a hybrid, and are usually the result of breeding Mirror or Common Carp with Purachina Koi (Platinum Ogon) to get White Ghost Koi or Yambuki (Yellow Ogon) to obtain Yellow Ghost Koi.

Domaine des Iles offers carp fishing in France near Calais, set in a stunning woodland environment. There are 2 lakes on this complex, the Main Lake offers fishing for up to 12 anglers with the very real possibility of some very large fish. The carp in the Main Lake go over 60lb with many large catfish also present.

There are hundreds of carp lakes in France and these can range from large low stocked public lakes with basic facilities, to all inclusive fishing holidays with luxury waterside accommodation. When choosing a fishing holiday in France, it is critical that you select one that suits your fishing capabilities and requirements.

Popular lakes for carp fishing holidays in France are: Firs Lake – 2.5 acre lake for exclusive use, carp to over 40lbs, 3 bedroom cottage with lake views. La Froterie – 4 acres, private carp fishing lake, luxury gite sleeps up to 6 people, all inclusive including tackle hire and food package, carp to 50lbs.

Beaurepaire is a natural gravel pit of 7 acres and offers fishing for up to 6 anglers, perfect for group bookings. The lake holds a good stock of carp to over 60lb. The average size of carp is over 30lb with regular catches of 40lb fish each week with the occasional 50lb & 60lb carp also making an appearance.