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Watersmeet – carp fishing in France

Angling TV March 19, 2014

Watersmeet is a beautiful mature venue consisting of two lakes – one specialist carp lake and one smaller coarse lake. It is superb for a family, or a small group of up to 4 anglers, who are seeking quality fishing in tranquil surroundings with the added bonus of excellent lakeside accommodation in the form of a lovely renovated cottage which sleeps up to 6. Watersmeet is situated in NW France, in the Mayenne region, amongst lovely countryside near the village of Larchamp. Approximate driving time from the port of Caen is 1½ hours.

Long Lake – carp fishing in France

Angling TV March 19, 2014

Long Lake is a former gravel pit set in the lush agricultural countryside of north eastern France, around 3.5 hours from Calais. It’s a relatively large lake at 18 acres in size and accepts up to 12 anglers. It can be booked exclusively but individual bookings are welcome too. The lake has excellent facilities and fish stocks with the average fish being in the 20’s…. but 30’s are not at all uncommon. As a bonus the lake also has large sturgeon to over 60lb and if you’ve never caught one of these tail-walking maniacs you’re in for a treat!

Genêts – carp fishing holidays in France

Angling TV March 19, 2014

Great fishing in an beautiful setting Genêts is situated in the idyllic, peaceful countryside of the Pays de la Loire region, near Mayenne. Although easy to find with the directions supplied it is set well away from busy main roads – the only neighbours you’ll be 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.

St Christophe – carp fishing holiday in France

Angling TV March 19, 2014

A true specimen hunters water which holds some real prizes St Christophe has an impressive pedigree for big fish captures. The current record mirror is 71lb 5oz and it fish like these that have drawn some of the biggest name sin carp fishing to its banks. The main lake is a cobalt blue gravel pit, around 35 acres in size with 13 well spaced pegs with vehicle access to each one. It’s fairly deep in most place averaging 2m, with a fairly flat lake bed made up of sand and gravel.

Laroussi – carp fishing holidays in France

Angling TV March 19, 2014

One of the best known and most prolific big carp waters in France Laroussi is a mature, natural looking lake of around 15 acres with many interesting features including plateaus, overhanging trees, lily pads, shallows and gullies up to 5m deep. The average depth is around 3m, with a gravel, sand and clay bottom and there are no crayfish or poisson-chats present. There are 7 swims (some doubles) for a maximum of 8 anglers – giving each one over one acre of lake to themselves! It is possible to book the lake exclusively. All the swims are easily accessible and comfortable. The lake is fenced and tree lined making it totally private – it has been left as natural as possible giving a real feel of seclusion.

Croix Blanche – carp fishing in France

Angling TV March 19, 2014

A true specimen venue with the chance of 70lb+ carp. If you’re looking for the chance of 70lb+ carp there are very few places in France where you can go – but Croix is one of them! The quality of fishing here is simply stunning – in addition to the 70’s there are at least 5 x 60’s, 17 x 50’s (including a 50+ common), backed up by dozens of 40’s… a true specimen venue.

Sauvellière – carp fishing in France

Angling TV March 19, 2014

Sauvellière is a 3.5 acre lake set in the Mayenne countryside, less than 100 miles from the ferry at Caen. This venue is extremely private set in it’s own fenced grounds in a tranquil and peaceful area of Normandy. Staying here really is like having your own carp lake in your own garden and is immediately inviting the moment you pass through the entrance gate. The lawns are beautifully kept with a mature trees and bankside vegetation – it’s a little piece of heaven!

Croix Blanche – Carp Fishing Holiday in France

Angling TV March 19, 2014

Stunning fishing with the chance of 70lb+ carp. For the first time for many years Croix is now available on a drive & survive basis. For the past 8 years it has only been available through fully inclusive trips run by A&J Euro Carp Sessions, but for 2009 A&J have decided to withdraw leaving the venue open to those who’d prefer to drive themselves. It’s around 2½ hours from Calais so the driving is not difficult. The A&J bailiff, Les, will be staying on so you can be assured of excellent advice if it’s your first visit.

Molyneux – carp fishing holidays in France

Angling TV March 19, 2014

Molyneux lies in the beautiful Normandy countryside and is very easy to reach being just 2¾ hours from Calais and 1¼ hours from Le Havre… and apart from the last ten minutes it’s all motorway! The lake is nestled in stunning countryside far from noise and light pollution, the loudest noise being the birdsong that provides a peaceful backdrop to the fantastic carp fishing on offer.

Bletiere – carp fishing holiday in France

Angling TV March 19, 2014

Great fishing, excellent accommodation and a truly peaceful location. La Bletiere is a beautiful little venue in the heart of the French countryside, around 2.5 hours from the ferry at Caen, where you can have a well stocked carp lake all to yourself and stay in a high quality gite on the banks of the lake. It’s owned by English couple John & Lesley London who live on site and are always on hand for help and advice. A maximum of 4 anglers can fish the lake but John prefers 3 as that gives you options to move around a little.

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