The following seven lakes offer Carp Fishing near Calais. They are all in Northern France and under three hours drive from the port of Calais. So if you don’t fancy a long drive on the other side, they might just be the right lakes for your Carp Fishing Holidays in France.
1. Molyneux
Molyneux is based in rural Normandy, a 2hr 50 drive from Calais. One of the prettiest French carp lakes you’ll ever find, this 13 acre lake takes a maximum of 8 anglers and you can book on individually or also as a lake exclusive. The bailiffs, Wally and Helen are on hand to offer help and advice if needed and there is also the option of a lakeside cabin accommodation, which comes with the cabin swim directly outside your door.
Carp here reach into the high forties and the average weight caught is good. In conclusion, you only need to take a look at the feedback to see how well-loved this lake is.
Find more information, photos, feedback and availability here – Molyneux Carp Lake
2. Sky Lake
Established in 2007, this is a 12 acre French carp lake that needs little introduction. Since hosting the Korda anglers twice for ‘Thinking Tackle’ episodes back in 2012, Sky Lake has cemented itself as a firm favourite for anglers looking to target big carp in France. The lake record now sits at over 81lb!
The lake is well stocked with approximately 600 carp and a whopping 50 or so of those are now over 50lb. Swims are booked in advance here so you’ll need to decide which swim you’d like when you book. Although with a mix of 12 double and single swims for a maximum of 10 anglers, there is always a degree of flexibility.
It is fairly straight forward fishing here so, whilst it isn’t a runs water, the chance of an impressive new PB is very real indeed!
Find more information, photos, feedback and availability here – Sky Lake
3. Beaurepaire
Beaurepaire has been a well kept secret by many who have fished it. It is a natural gravel pit, just 2½ hours from Calais that holds a good stock of carp to well over 60lb. Most weeks see multiple 40lb+ carp on the bank, with plenty of the stock well over the 30lb mark.
It’s around 7 acres and would ideally suit a group of up to six anglers looking to book a lake exclusively… but individual bookings are welcome too. There are no designated swims but there’s plenty of room to bivvy up.
Beaurepaire is a great venue to consider if it’s your first trip to France because it’s got a really decent stock of carp and you are assured of a big welcome from the owners.
Find more information, photos, feedback and availability here – Beaurepaire Carp Lake
4. Deux Iles – Carp Fishing Lakes Near Calais
Deux Iles is beautiful 7 acre carp fishing lake settled within a 22 acre plot in the heart of the Eure Valley in Normandy.
The venue has been designed with four anglers in mind and there are two distinctly separate sections in the form of two islands, each well spaced from the other and with a cabin, because of this two anglers on each island will have as much room as they could wish for. You hire out an island and cabin for up to two anglers, or alternatively you can hire the lake exclusive and get the whole lake and both cabins for up to 4 anglers (5 at a push).
The lake is very rural, therefore there are no sounds of traffic or disturbance. It is situated a 2hr 45 drive from Calais and 1.5hr from Le Havre. Owner Bruno Simond is a well respected French carp angler, therefore you can benefit from excellent advice if wanted.
Find more information, photos, feedback and availability here – Deux Iles Carp Fishing in France
5. Seigneurie
12 acre Seigneurie is a fantastic option in Northern France, offering four swims (two double and two single) and carp to over 56lb. The lake can be booked individually or also as a lake exclusive for groups of up to six anglers.
The fishing here is relatively straight forward so it is a good lake for a first French carp fishing trip.
It sits securely in a totally private 15 acre plot, with open grassy banks lined with mature willow trees. It holds around 250-300 carp in the lake, a good mix of commons and mirrors. The facilities here are excellent too because you have a modern cabin with kitchen facilities alongside the usual fridges, freezers and shower facilities.
The lake is situated a 2hr 45 drive from Calais and 1.5hr from Le Havre. Owner Bruno Simond is a well respected French carp angler, therefore you can benefit from excellent advice if wanted.
Find more information, photos, feedback and availability here – Seigneurie Carp Lakes in France
6. Souvenirs – Carp Fishing near Calais
Souvenirs offers quality carp fishing close to Calais on a tranquil 75-year-old gravel pit. The lake is 10 acres for a maximum of 8 anglers and will really suit the thinking angler that likes natural surroundings. It’s 2hr 45 from Calais with an easy run straight down the autoroute on the A26.
There’s an interesting mix of around 230 beautiful carp to over 52lb, including over 72 carp sourced from the famous Euro Aqua.
With all 10 swims spread equally over just two banks, there’s a nice social element to fishing here if you wish. You can book individually or it also suits groups wanting the lake exclusive.
Find more information, photos, feedback and availability here – Souvenirs Carp Fishing Close to Calais
6. Cerises
Cerises is a 3 acre carp lake offering a lake exclusive perfect for groups of 2-3 anglers (4 at a push).
An added bonus is the lakeside lodge situated behind the main double swim. This is included in your booking and provides very simple but clean accommodation sleeping up to 4 people. An outdoor dining area with a lovely view of the lake tops it off, perfect for sharing meals whilst waiting for the next run.
The carp here range from doubles to 30lb+, with a current lake record of 52lb. If you’re a group looking for straightforward carp fishing with the chance of a big carp on the bank then it’s the perfect choice. It is a great place to take less experienced anglers or to introduce the kids to fishing in France – locating the carp is fairly easy and it generally provides plenty of action.
Find more information, photos, feedback and availability here – Cerises Carp Lake Close to Calais
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