Website Address: www.carriere-des-grands-pres.wifeo.comEmail Address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.Fish Stocked: Carp

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Location: Champagne Ardenne , MarneWebsite Address: www.trois-fontaine.com

Description: If your idea of a great French Carp Fishing Holiday venue is a reed fringed, historic estate lake set amongst mature forest with beautiful features like lily pads, overhanging trees and reed beds, then look no further.

The larger lake is recorded as being in existence in 1833 but was originally created by the local monk’s centuries ago to breed carp for the table as were many of the best lakes in France. The carp are virgin fish as the lake has never been fished on a commercial basis by the previous French owners.

The natural surrounding give bags of features to fish to, from extensive lily beds to marginal rushes and fallen and overhanging trees, something for everyone regardless of style. Trois Fontaine combines all of these features with awesome fishing for carp to over 40lb, sensible rules and space and tranquillity that is hard to find on any venue.

Lakes: The two lakes at Trois Fontaine consist of a 21 acre mature estate lake and a two acre more recently built lake (still over 30 years old) that gives a variety of fishing, from feature rich margin to wide open vistas.

Stock: Mirror Carp of over 30lb are a common occurrence at Trois Fontaine, with a good chance of a 40lb+ specimen always on the cards, and the stock are piling on the weight year on year. We have carried out an extensive stocking program to complement the existing stock and we know that we have several 40's to crown the existing and introduced stock of 20's and 30's, one fish in particular is expected to top 50 this year.

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Website Address: www.marnevalleycarping.co.uk

Description: A 12 acre gravel pit, 40 years old, set in a very peaceful environment in the French countryside closely bordered by the Marne canal with river Marne not far away. There are 10 swims and 8 anglers can fish per week, each angler having over an acre and there are 4 double swims. There is vehicle access to all swims and you can literally fish out the back of your car! No need to worry about carrying your equipment and your vehicle can be parked in your swim for ease of access.

The lake is situated around a 3.5 hour drive away from Calais and is located a convenient 10 minute drive in a quiet rural area from the nearest motorway junction.

There is a superb head of fish from 20lbs to 72lbs+ with around 40 forties, 12 fifties, 2 sixties, 1 seventy and numerous twenties and thirties. There are also 50 cats to 74lbs. The current stock level is around 250 fish and each year more fish are stocked to maintain a healthy range of specimens.

Fish Stocked: Carp, Catfish, Pike, Zander, Bream, Tench, Roach, Perch, Crayfish

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Website Address: www.charloucarping.co.ukLocation: Champagne region

Description: This stunning sixteen acre gravel pit has clear blue water, excellent for your photos, and is tree lined around the entire lake set within 24 acres of beautiful French woodland and countryside. There are some lovely views across the lake to lay and gaze at from your bivvy as the sun goes down in between catching your prize carp. Most anglers who have fished here also take home some lovely shots of the lake and its borders to remind themselves and show others just how nice it really is. So many times I have spoken to other anglers on the ferries coming home after a week at some really well advertised venues only to hear that the fishing was ok but the location was just not up to scratch, to noisy, gravel works, noisy farms, pylons feet away from the pegs etc.

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Location: Champagne Ardenne, MarneWebsite Address: http://www.tommelles.com/enindex.htmDescription: 120 acres site several fishing’s: carp, catfish, bass, sturgeon, trout and pike densely wooded area with wild nature Self-catering cottages for families 3 lakes for carp, 1 lake for catfish, 1 lake for Basses, and 1 lake for sturgeons, trout and Pike

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Website Address: www.lacdarcy.comDescription: Our aim at Lac D’Arcy is to provide you the angler with an enjoyable and memorable French carp fishing holiday and of course the opportunity to catch some quality fish. We have gone to great lengths to ensure that the facilities and service we provide are of a high standard. We have also applied the same high standard to the fish stocks we have acquired as well as to their ongoing welfare. Please see our Gallery section for your catches and various photographs you have sent in to us

Lake: Lac D’Arcy is an 11 acre gravel pit, The depths range from 1.5m to 2.5m with a mainly gravel bed and some silty areas. There is a small island at one end. Most banks are tree lined; there are 10 large swims around the lake. All with vehicle access which will allow the 8 angler limit a good choice of water – approximately 1.4 acres per angler.

Stock: The lake has been stocked with, a good head of 30’s and 40’s 6 50+ and 2 60+

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Location: If you are looking for some action and being well looked after, then Lac Sebastian is definitely the place for you! A stunning 12-acre venue set in the gorgeous Champagne region of France, a straightforward drive of just over 3 hours from Calais.

Description: There is a big head of Carp living here, with twelve known forties and a couple of fifties to go for. The current lake record is a stunning Mirror of 53lb 4oz, there are also three Commons in excess of 42lbs. The unique shape of the lake and its’ large central island ensures that everyone has his own part of the lake, with the others not far away for a good social!

Lake: There are 12 swims, with a maximum of 8 anglers allowed per week ‘drive and survive’, so you’ve always got room to move should the need arise. Swims are purpose built, large and comfortable, with a picnic bench in ever swim.  Depths range from 3-9 feet, a clear sand/gravel bottom and maximum casts of 90 yards make the fishing simple and enjoyable.

Facilities: There is an on-site fully equipped lodge with bar, SKY TV, BBQ area, English style toilets/showers, full time English staff live on-site to help with your every need, vehicle access to all swims, plus the optional food package make Lac Sebastian a truly unique holiday choice. Shops and the local bar/restaurants are 10 minutes drive away. We have so many repeat bookings here, that speaks for itself!

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Website Address: www.champagnecarptours.comEmail Address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.Contact: Richard or Kate HowellFish Stocked: Carp

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Location: Champagne Region Website Address: www.wakeupfishing.com

Description: Lake Juvanzé offers fantastic fishing with large hauls of carp very common. So for a fun week of fishing with lots of action in the heart of the Champagne region, just 3.5 hours from Calais, this is the perfect lake for your holiday. The lodge area serves as a meeting point where meals are served. There are UK plug sockets for charging batteries and high standard toilet and shower facilities.

Lake: 5 acres in size the lake bed is an exciting and challenging combination of gravel bars, plateaus, clay and silt patches, as well as controlled weed beds. The water is rich with natural food and holds a large head of pretty carp ranging from 20lbs to 40lbs plus. The number of pegs has been kept to a minimum with five comfortable pegs including a large double. Each peg has plenty of space for any bivvy.

Stock: 2008 was an excellent season. The average number of fish per person was twelve carp with an average weight of 26lbs. The fish showed tremendous weight gains and the lake now holds an impressive head of fish - Many 30lb to 46lbs common and mirror carp are regularly caught and we are expecting at least 2 more fish to go 50lb+ in 2009.

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Location: Located in the champagne region of France near the market town Vitry-le-François. The lake is about a 3 hour drive from Calais.Website Address:  http://www.tournizet.com/

Description: Lac Tournizet is a 10 acre gravel pit, approximately 10 years old with 8 swims and depths of up to 8ft. The lake has been stocked with 150 plus fish ranging from 18lbs – 56lbs. Lac Tournizet offers exclusive lake use for you and your party of up to 6 anglers.Fish Stocked: Carp{rokcomments}

Location: Champagne Region of FrenchWebsite Address: www.lac-des-lesmont.co.ukDescription: The lake is situated in the Champagne Region of France, just three hours and 45 minutes from Calais (257 miles) and is approximately 20 years old. It is very mature with plenty of tree's and bushes surrounding it. The water, 15 acre's of it, is a fantastic blue colour during the height of summer. With depths of up to 24 ft in the early part of the year only dropping to 22 - 23 feet in the latter part of summer. The lake bed is of a sandy/gravel consistency with lots of interesting features to go at.

Lake & Stock: The Carp are fast growing with a good mix of mirrors and commons. The original 20 year old stock of 300 - 400 Carp are already weighing over 50lbs!, In addition to these we have handpicked over a ton of thirties. By the end of the 2007 season the lake is now proud to hold 50 different 40's and 15 different 50's including mirror's up to 64lb 2oz, Common's up to 61lb 2oz, and Grass Carp weighing up to 45lb, also stocked are a selection of Catfish weighing up to 100lb!Beginning of 2010 Lesmont now holds mirrors up to 64lb 12oz, commons up to 61lb 2oz, grass carp up to 48lb 13oz and catfish up to 112lb 8oz, with over 20 different 50lbs up to 59lb, so hopefully we will see a few more 60lbs gracing our banks, over 50 different 40lbs again with some of these now sitting at 48lb-49lb mark, and a very big head of 30lb carp. Since opening Lesmont in 2004, we have carried on our stocking plan adding at least 20 carp a year, to boost our already outstanding stock levels{rokcomments}

Description: Has 18 swims (12 anglers max) spread out around this 50+ acre gravel pit. All swims are easily accessible by car. If it is fully scaled or linear’s that you are after, then this has to be the ultimate place. Roughly 1 out of 10 fish is a 30lb+, most being caught in the margins or close to the weed beds (present June to end of July) spread around the lake.There are also Pike and Perch in abundance. The place is a revelation in terms of fish beauty, the lake itself is fairly open with grassy banks, but the fishing is really special.

 Facilities: Full facilities on site include English toilets and showers, electric, fridge/freezer facilities, battery charging, a dining room and a fresh bait delivery service. Exclusive use for max 14 anglers

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Location: Nestled in the southern part of the Champagne region just north of Burgundy.

Website: http://www.lacduciel.co.uk

Description: The Haute Marne is an area of France that gives you a glimpse of rural France as the French live, unspoilt by the trappings of other mainstream resort areas. You can tailor your stay to your needs - walking, cycling, fishing, bird watching are all on offer if you are feeling energetic. If you prefer to sit back, relax, kick off your shoes and waggle your toes in the water with a good book and bottle then that’s OK too! Whether you want to go ‘off-grid’ in our sustainable cabin, go ‘glamping’ with your own fab tents and enjoy the setting and facilities.Stock: Have a lake of one acre, which has 9 * 20lb grass carp ,and we have stocked it with mirror and commons . They are not huge and the fishery is aimed at families.

Facilities: Recently converted, the cabin uses eco friendly technology to provide all the mod cons. Solar panels, composting toilet, rainwater harvesting and wind power have all been used to help you tread softly on your holiday. A double, bunk beds and a double sofa bed provide flexible accommodation whether you are with the family, friends or looking for a romantic retreat.Booking through their website{rokcomments}

Location: Champagne Ardenne, Marne

Website: http://www.lessaisons.co.uk

Description: Les Saisons offers carp fishing holidays in France set in the beautiful Champagne region.  The lake is only a 3.5 hour drive from Calais.Privately owned until 2004, Les Saisons is 70 years old and has a very good existing carp stock. With fishing having been limited to a handful of anglers over the last 25 years, many of the carp have never been caught.

In addition we have stocked the lake with mirror carp up to 55lbs, common carp up to 40lbs and grass carp up to 36lbs. The lake record mirror is 54lbs 4ozs and the record common is 46lbs 12ozs.

At 14 acres, this mature tree-lined gravel pit is exclusively yours and can be booked for up to 6 anglers.  With 14 swims, there is ample space to move around or stalk carp in the margins. The average depth of 5 ft, it has 2 islands, gravel bars and silt channels. Les Saisons offers a combination of 14 natural and newly built man-made swims. The lake is fenced in and all snags have been removed.     {rokcomments}

Location : Moulinots is located in the Champagne Region of France, 240 miles from Calais. The journey involves 2 motorways and 1 other road (final 15 miles to the lake), most anglers complete the route in 3 1/2 to 4 hours. Website :http://etangdesmoulinots.com/Description : Moulinots is a picturesque 19 acre lake situated in a forest with no roads, railways or industry nearby, tranquillity is guaranteed. Although the lake is probably 200 years old, it was stocked and opened by Dave & Kathy Walsh as a carp fishery in 2002. The lake is surrounded by tall trees, shrubs and reeds, there are 19 swims and the number of anglers is restricted to 10 (+ Dave) ensuring that there is plenty of space for every angler. The lake has a silt bottom (though not deep silt), there are no nuisance fish i.e. crayfish, poisson chats or bream, the average depth of the lake is approximately 4 1/2 feet. Anglers are able to drive their vehicles to every swim. There is a lakeplan on the website with views from most of the swims. Fish Stock : There are approximately 300 carp stocked with an average weight in excess of 35lbs (1 of the best in France), 70% of the carp are over 30lbs and we estimate that there are 40 40's and 10 50's. The lake records (2009) currently stand at 56lbs (mirror) and 53lbs 6ozs (common). Detailed catch reports have been maintained since 2002, all information provided on catch rates, fish weights can be substantiated!Facilities: There is a large lodge located by the lake with a separate shower and toilet block. There are facilities available for charging electrical goods and freezers available (at the owners house) for baits etc. There is a large patio area for dining outside and within the lodge a dining area which can accommodate 10 anglers and a few guests (if required) in periods of increment weather. There is a food package available (not compulsory), quality and quantity, good old fashioned home made cooking.Other information: There is a free DVD available on request. If you fancy a visit to Moulinots you will probably need to book a year ahead, as 75% of the spaces available are taken by our regular customers a year (or 2) in advance. You may not have heard about Moulinots before, as we have not advertised in the last 4 years and have relied on recommendations, the problem these days is that our regular customers want to keep our little gem secret!

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Location: Centre, Centre, IndreWebsite: http://www.rocklakes.co.uk/

Description: Rock Lakes is located in central France, situated in the national park region of Brenne, near to Chateauroux. Rock Lakes is the home to many stunning Carp up to 50lbs and Catfish up to 180lbs plus beautiful wildlife; we offer a 13 acre Lake with 8 swims, two of which are doubles, with brand new accommodation coming at the start of 2010, which should be finished for April/May.

Stock: Carp, commons and mirrors up to 50lbs & cats up to 180lbs

Facilities:  New accommodation being built at the start of 2010

Booking information - contact the owner, Carly Hart, through their website,

Location: Website Address: http://www.carphuntersabroad.co.uk/Description: Carp Hunters Abroad are pleased to be able to offer you two private carp fishing lakes in france, yours exclusively for the duration of your carp fishing holiday.  Etang des Merault is 4 acre's and has a 25ft deluxe caravan on it, is tastefully decorated and sleeps 5 people, 6 with a push!!.  The lake was first opened for carp fishing holidays in March 2001.  Etang des Palluau has a fully equipped 4/5 berth caravan which has, cooking and sleeping facilities with a lounge area.  The caravan is situated 50ft from the lakes bankside.  There is also a small play area for the children and plenty of space. In addition to the caravan there is also the added advantage of a brick built cabin which has an open fire, small kitchen and seating area. There is also a toilet and shower on site.  For a full preview on either carp lake just click on its name above

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Location: Centre, CherWebsite Address: www.thesanctuaryfishery.co.uk

Description: The Sanctuary Fishery is situated in the heart of France, in the Cher region 30 minutes from the town of Bourges, nestled in a lush valley overlooked by a large natural forest. The land is comprised of 45 acres with two lakes of 7 & 15 acres. Previously a nature reserve for 15 years, the Sanctuary Fishery has never been fished before. 

The Sanctuary Fishery will appeal to individuals who are enthusiastic & dedicated about their fishing, enjoy their surroundings & appreciate the calm & tranquility of the countryside. We strive to maintain the ambience of the fishery to benefit both the angler and wildlife. The abundance of native wildlife has to be seen to be believed, from deer visiting the waters edge to barn owls hunting in the evening light, the fishery truly lives up to its name. 

The largest lake is at the present being used for “growing on” over 400 stunning carp, which in the rich waters are gaining weight at a phenomenal rate, we are working on this lake at the moment and we will keep you posted on the opening date.

Lake: The lakes are situated on a limestone, clay ridge thus creating an abundantly rich environment for both fish and aquatic life. The lakes are teaming with dragon fly nymphs, damsel fly, shrimps, snails, swan mussels, daphnia and blood worm.

We have been recording weight gains of some fish in excess of 11lbs in 10 months, which is based on a natural food only diet.

There is also a huge array of plants, wildflowers and trees around the lakes and with only 5 pegs on the 7 acre lake, we believe this is some of the best fishing and surroundings to be found in France.Fish Stocked: Carp{rokcomments}

Location: Centre, CherWebsite Address: www.anglinglines.com/docs/ourvenues/lakes/vincons

Description: Vinçons is a truly beautiful 12 acre spring fed lake situated on a working farm. The setting really is idyllic, quiet and rural, in one of the loveliest regions of central France. The lake is quite literally stuffed full with carp & most guests catch more fish than they ever thought possible. Add this to a choice of two types of accommodation and the use of a swimming pool and you can see why Vinçons has been one of our most popular destinations since 2001.

Vincons lies in the very picturesque region of the Cher, near the town of Bourges and takes around 5 hours to reach from Calais. The lake is sited within the grounds of a working farm which is owned by the Bouchot family who grow cereal and breed wild boar. This venue was "discovered" by us and had never been available for fishing before.

Lake: The first serious fishing session in July 2001 saw three anglers catch 186 carp in just one week! This consisted of 29 fish of 20lbs+, 150 doubles and 6 singles. The largest fish was 28lbs - fabulous fishing ........ and believe us it hasn't slowed down since!  Catches of  30 carp in one day is not uncommon.

The lake is available for exclusive bookings and includes the on-site accommodation.  This venue would ideally suit the discerning family angler looking for true peace and quiet.  The fishing action is fast and furious and the virgin carp relatively easy to tempt. We suggest a maximum of 4 to 6  anglers, since although it is 12 acres in size it is so "natural" that there are very few fishable swims.

Stock: Stocked equally with common and mirror carp, the fish have thrived in this very rich environment and successful spawning has lead to a very impressive head of fish indeed. This really is an action packed water with takes coming all the time - thirty fish in one day is not uncommon!  The carp are still relatively "naive" so there's no need for sophisticated tactics - simple hair-rigged boilies are quite sufficient.

The average carp is in the 18 - 24lb bracket but there are lots of fish in the high 20’s too... the largest fish to date has been 32lb. They must rate amongst the hardest fighting fish we have ever caught – they just don’t know when to give up!

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