Location: Centre , IndreWebsite: http://www.carp-france.com/venue-details.php?id=88Description: The stunning exclusive lake is situated just 40 minutes northof the west picturesque town of Chateauroux which is an easy 4 hours drive from Le Havre and only 6 hours from Calais, avioding Paris and less if you brave the Peripherique. Etang Rendezvous is a 12 acre lake with its own private entrance and is completely self-contained.  It is fishable from all sides and is exclusive for you and your party. There are NO Poison Chat or Cray fish. Rendezvous can now boast stockings of over 380 mirrors, commons and grass carp, with Cats up to 100lbs.Booking through : www.carp-france.com{rokcomments}

Location: Pays de la Loire , SartheWebsite: http://www.carp-france.com/venue-details.php?id=94Description:  Situated to the south east of Le Mans in the Pays de la Loire region of France, The Millhouse is a beautifully secluded 38 acre venue with a private 12 acre lake and exclusive 3 bedroomed bankside accommodation. From Caen the journey takes no more than 3 hours and under 5 hours from Boulogne. Familys and anglers alike will enjoy the benefits of being close to the historic city of Le Mans with its abundance of restaurants, cafes and shops{rokcomments}

Location: Location: Brittany, Ill et VilaineWebsite: http://www.carp-france.com/venue-details.php?id=148Description: Etang Marolles is a premier 13 acre lake situated between the French Normandy and Brittany border in the beautiful countryside of Loire. The area is steeped in history with the nearest town of Fougères home to the oldest castle in Europe. The surrounding area is mainly agricultural land, with fields of maize and cows, sheep and horses grazing in nearby fields. It is a stunning area with breathtaking views and a perfect place to take time out and to relax.{rokcomments}

Location:  The lakes are situated in the heart of the Champagne region, around a 3 hour drive from Calais near the town of Chalons sur Marne.

Website: http://www.marnevalleycarping.co.uk/vraux.php

Description: A scenic 2 acre gravel pit, 30 years old, set in woodland in the French countryside with some stunning looking fish. There are 3 swims and a 6 rod limit for the whole lake, so 2 fishing with 3 rods each or 3 fishing with 2 rods each, I recommend 2 fishing as the best option. 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.{rokcomments}

Location: “Champagne” region of France is approximately 3 hours drive from Calais.

Website: http://www.dreambreaks.info/venue.php?openTo=breaks&break=france&venue=orchard_lake

Description: Orchard Lake is well established and tree lined for total privacy. Since its opening in April 2003, the results have been truly amazing and won the affection of hundreds of anglers. Many have achieved their personal best time and time again, landing not only large carp but, in many cases, incredibly large catches too!The lake itself is just seven acres and will accommodate a maximum of 6 anglers, offering the opportunity to move swims if required. It has a gravel bottom with an average depth of around 6ft with marginal depths of around 4ft. The lake is designed as an ‘all action’ water and is heavily stocked with carp to 50lb-plus and catfish and sturgeon to 70lb-plus helping to ensure a prolific, rod-bending, arm-aching, fun filled holiday

Booking through Dreamfishing Holidays: http://www.dreambreaks.info/venue.php?openTo=breaks&break=france&venue=orchard_lake{rokcomments}

Picture of Fox lake (Etang du Renard)Location: Picardy, OiseWebsite: http://www.abbeylakes.co.uk/Description: Abby Lakes is made up of 6 lakes.1) Fox Lake, Etang du Renard (11 Ha, 18 swims for 13 anglers)2) Heron Lake, Etang du Héron (14 Ha, 22 swims for 17 anglers)3) Attila Lake, Etang Attila (3 hectares, 10 double swims)4) Frog Lake, Etang de la Grenouille (3 hectares, 10 double swims)5) King Fisher Lake, Etang du Martin-pêcheur (13 Ha, 10 swims for 8 anglers)6) Wild Boar Lake, Etang du Sanglier  (6 Ha, 30 swims for 25 anglers)Stock: Carp{rokcomments}

Roland de PecheLocation: Fisherman's Paradise and 40 minutes north of PARIS in the Oise (60)Website: http://mrs37.hosteur.com/~roland30/

3 lakes

 - First Lake : Important Livestock carp between 18 and 31 Kg

- 2nd lake trout, salmon.

- 3 rd Lake: Carnivora (Zander, pike, roach, white ...)Sturgeon and trout released March 6, 2007

Night fishing allowed. Ponds fenced and guarded. Possibility of barbecue. Showers and toilets.Possibility of renting caravans.{rokcomments}

Location: A French carp fishing paradise in only 2 hours drive from Calais,

Website: http://www.carp-fishing-holidays.co.uk/jurrassica.htm

Description:  4 lakes from 2 to 30 acres set in over 80 acres of idyllic country side. Our stock includes common carp up to 61lbs, mirror carp to 64lbs and catfish to 120 lbs Size 24 acre 5 islands Lily pads gravel and clay bottom Marginal reed beds with depths from 2 to 12 feet deep with an average of 6 feet

Stock: Commons to 61.08lbs, Mirrors to 64.04lbs, Grass carp to 35lbs,Catfish to 120lbs +

Lake: There are currently 10 swims for a maximum of 8 anglers 2 of which may be used as doubles

Facilities: Club House, Toilets, Showers, with mains Hot and Cold running water.Purpose built swims on all venues. Log cabin hire available. Full English or Continental breakfast, plus 2 course evening meal available.{rokcomments}

Location: Southwest DordogneWebsite :https://www.murphyslakefrance.com/Stock: 

If you're looking for the perfect French carp fishing holiday, look no further than Murphy's Lake. With huge carp to over 65lb's, Murphy's Lake is a venue for all anglers to come and experience the world of French carp fishing. Featured on the recent ITV1 Little England TV series, Murphy's Lake is classed as one of the best carp fishing waters France has to offer. With a warm welcome, massive carp and no nonsense rules, its time you booked Murphy's Lake and took your PB to another level.

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Location: Champagne Ardenne region of FranceWebsite: http://www.60pluscarp.com/Description: Lake Bossard is a stunning 23 acre Lake set in 500 acres of forest in the Champagne Ardenne region of France. The Lake is over 400 years old and completely surrounded with very mature trees and has depths ranging from 3ft to 12ft. There are 4 doubles and 7 single swims cut naturally into the tree line. With 15 swims in total and only 8 anglers on the lake at any one time, there are always free swims available for you to move if you find you are not on the fish. (We will be happy to help you move with our 4x4 quad.)There are plenty of features to fish to including two islands and carp to over 71lb have been caught. Each swim has been cut naturally into the tree line. The lake was opened in 2008 having previously been unfished, so the fish have not been pressured.{rokcomments}

Location: The new Labyrinth fishery nestles amongst 100 acres of wild, overgrown woodland in the famous Yonne valley. It comprises one beautiful, intriguingly-shaped lake of nearly 60 acres, another of 6 acres and one mile of the River Yonne.Website: http://www.lesbeauxlacs.net/Stock:  There are about 400 carp in the main lake at present(January 2009) and this is made up of about 150 original fish and a further 250 that have been introduced (see website for details and pictures of some of the stock fish). We intend to stock another 100 fish in the not-too-distant future. A photographic record is being kept of as many fish as possible and this shows more and more originals still being caught. The current Labyrinth lake record was 57.4 mirror landed by Bob Nicholls in November 2008 and this is one of six different 50's landed in 2008. The lake record is not expected to stand very long and the fishery should produce its first 60 quite soon, especially as there has been several reliable sightings of at least one huge, original common! In addition to the carp stock, there are a few catfish present and although these average only 40lbs, a huge fish of well over 100lb was seen, hooked and lost, and soon adopted the name of the Minotaur (the guardian of the Labyrinth).{rokcomments}

Mar Peche (Les Beaux Lacs)

Location: The lovely, 25-acre Mar-Pêche, originally named Lac du Martin-Pêcheur, lies in the valley of the famous river Yonne, near Montereau only 3½ hours drive from the ports of Calais, Boulogne and Dunkerque. The lake is less than 10 minutes from the A5 autoroute.

Website: http://www.lesbeauxlacs.net/

Description: Virtually everyone that visits Mar-Pêche remarks on how comfortable the place is. The gently sloping, grass swims with large amounts of space behind each fishing area offer what can only be described as 'sheer comfort'. There is ample room in every swim to erect the largest of bivvies, to park your car and spread out your tackle. This, combined with a maximum of 10 anglers on the whole lake, ensures there's plenty of room for everyone

On three banks you will see the customary rows of French poplars, far enough away from the water to allow comfortable casting, yet close enough to offer good shade in mid-summer. The shorter west bank, on which there are no swims, has been allowed to grow more naturally and borders Lac Cachette, where you can sample the action of this wild, overgrown lake, heavily stocked with doubles, 20's and the occasional 30.

Stock: The lake holds about 160 carp with 95% being between 30 and 70 pounds (14-32kg). More than 35 DIFFERENT 50's and SEVENTEEN DIFFERENT 60's, including four different 70's have been caught in the last two years. The majority of stock are very young with many fish growing up to an incredible 10 pounds per year! The current lake record, stands at 71.8. There is a small head of catfish and the average size is about 50lbs with a sprinkling of 100lb plus fish, including a 180-pounder landed by Michael Scott{rokcomments}

Location:  Limousin, Haute Vienne

Website:  http://www.etangmeunier.com/

Description:  Etang Meunier is a wonderfully tranquil 6 acre lake set in the beautiful countryside of the Limousin region of France. Situated in mature woodland, this private stream-fed lake is secluded and yet close to many local amenities for anglers and non-fishing guests alike.

Lake:  At around 6 acres in size you don't need over the top heavy duty carp gear to fish Meunier and most standard good quality gear is fine. We recommend lines around 15lb as your main line. The bottom of the lake is generally light silt, free of weed, and most standard rig systems work well. Generally speaking, other than the obvious ones, there are no major snags in the water, but like any lake, after winter gales,  the odd small branch can fall in and get stuck in the bottom.

Stock:  As well as its beauty what makes Meunier really impressive is the incredible stock of mirror and common carp it holds. There are over forty carp weighing over 40lb, with a number of these being over 50lb and going to a top weight of 62lb 8oz. On many weeks the average size of fish caught is over 40lb! In addition Meunier also holds grass carp, tench, roach, pike and big head carp up to 80lb.

Facilities:  The main accommodation is on the first level, and comprises two bedrooms, and a general living area. What makes it rather special is that it opens out onto a veranda affording wonderful scenic views over the lake. Anglers have spent many an hour leaning on the balcony, spotting carp as they cruise in front of you.The house sleeps 4 people comfortably and consists of two bedrooms with 2 single beds in each (linen supplied). There is also a double sofa bed in the lounge to accommodate any extra guests.{rokcomments}

Location:  Brittany, MorbihanWebsite:  http://www.moulinponto.co.uk/

Description: The Gites are located only one kilometre from the village of Le Sourn which is easily reached by foot or car along a quiet local road. In the village you can find pizzaria, bar/restaurant, pharmacy, general store, butcher and bakers. So if you don't fancy self catering in your Gite the alternatives are very close at hand.

A unique Brittany Gite set within seven and-a-half acres of landscaped grounds in a sheltered south facing position, where you can enjoy your Brittany holiday relaxing in the grounds and alongside our private coarse fishing lake in Brittany. You have a private Jacuzzi with views over the lake on your private terrace.

Lake: The fishing lake is about the same as a full size football pitch and fed from a spring in to the mill feeder canal over the water fall 20ft to the lake below for the most part about 5 to 6 ft deep.

Stock: tench, carp, roach, rudd, bream, perch and trout{rokcomments}

Location:  Brittany, Côtes d'ArmorWebsite: http://www.carpfishinginbrittanyfrance.com/Default.aspx

Description: Star Lake is a stunning 2.8 acre lake within an idyllic forest setting.  The wonderful location is ideal to sit back, relax and catch some impressive fish.

The English owner of the lake and resident keeper has fished in France for 20 years and has all the necessary experience to assist you with every aspect of your holiday

Lake: Star Lake was initially excavated in the early 1970's.  In the past two years extensive work to the lake has been carried out specially for carp anglers. The depth of the lake is 3-9ft with gravel bars, lily pads, plenty of foliage and overhanging trees that enables excellent margin fishing.  The lake is totally weed free.

One of the main features of the lake is a central island with mature trees and foliage around which the larger carp patrol.

There is a large stock of fish in the lake including common carp up to 42lb,  mirror carp up to 48lb, grass carp up to 28lb and cat fish up to 62lb. (new stock introduced winter 2006).  The lake is free from crayfish and chat.

The lake has 6 excellent swims, all different, including 2 double swims.  Each swim has it's own pontoon and is contained in it's own barked area which includes:Stock: Carp{rokcomments}

Location:  Champagne Ardenne, MarneWebsite: http://www.la-fritterie.com/lafritterie.htmlStock: Carp

La Fritterie is owned and run by Jeff and Lisa Powell the founders of JRC, one of the UK's leading carp tackle brands.

Set in the Marne Valley approx 3 1/2 hours drive from Calais; the 30-year-old, mature 12 acre carp lake has a large lodge with internally fitted showers, toilets and kitchen facilities. There are eating areas inside the lodge and a covered area outside which has panoramic views of the entire lake.

The maximum number of anglers allowed at one time is 8, this gives you plenty of space to move swims during your weeks fishing , we do not take part bookings for the lake.

To be fair to all anglers we operate a draw system on arrival, swims unfortunately cannot be pre-booked but all swims can produce big carp. The lake has 10 swims, all of which are accessible by car

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Location: Brittany, Morbihan** This website will give you more information on Vaulaurent **Webiste: http://www.anglerweb.com/fishingspots/FishingSpotDetails.aspx?locationid=108344Stock: Carp{rokcomments}

Location: Located in the Brittany regionWebsite: http://www.heatherlakes.com/Description: Heather Lakes is a French carp venue that offers large good quality gorgeous looking carp and a venue that has a friendly and intimate feel to it. Heather Lakes are located in the Brittany region of France and are less than 1 hour from Roscoff and less than 2 hours from St Malo. We offer carp fishing trips on a week long basis, especially suited for "Drive & Survive" purists.

Main Lake is the larger of the two lakes that we have on the complex. At around 2 acres of fishable water it is the ideal size to comfortably accommodate 2 to 3 anglers. The lake which is around 40 years old was dug for peat by hand and therefore has a varied bottom with superb features under the water surface. You can expect depths of 1 to 7 feet, most of which is silt with gullys and plateaus. Gravel areas, bars and weed beds are there for you to find and fish.The surroundings are all left as natural as possible with a wide selection of trees and bushes, grasses and shrubs that make the Main Lake a very picturesque lake to fish. The lake is fed by water that drains down the valley so even when it's hot the lake stays full and fresh. There are 4 swims on the lake that are easily accessible. The banks are just above water level so it is safe and easy to land and return the fish. All are single swims, perfect for the bivvy, rods and equipment. Each swim has its own unique underwater and margin features to fish to so there is no swim better than another. The lake has NO cray fish, poisson chat or any other nuisance species to pester you so when your bite alarm beeps you can feel confident that one of our big carp is feeling hungry!

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Location: Outside the village of Usson, South-east of PoitiersWebsite: http://www.freedomlakes.com/Description: Three lakes are open for fishing, they are approximately 9acres, 19acres and 29acres and represent carp fishing in France how we feel it should be with beautiful natural surroundings and immaculate bigfish. The 9acre and 19acre carp lakes are both well stocked with big carp and provide a high chance of catching 30lb+ carp and even 40lb+ during your fishing holiday aswell as the chance of very big grass carp to 50lb and catfish to well over 100lbLake – Sacha

The smallest of the 3 lakes at 9 Acres

Lake SACHA was drained in 2008 and has been meticulously landscaped.Nestled in the western edge of the property, in a very special location bordered on all sides by dense woodland. There are lots of interesting features in the lake to fish to, such as several small islands, sand and gravel spots, some lily pads and a densely reed lined far margin. The shallow depths means the lake fishes very well all year around, it warms up very early so the spring period can be very productive as well as being a good winter water with the fish reacting to any small change in conditions.

Vehicle access is restricted to one location; however there is a Car Park. Lake SACHA can be booked for up to 6 anglers, or exclusively booked

STATS:Depths 2 to 9 feetCarp stocked: 250Average weight: 24lbs

The ‘middle’ sized lake at 19 Acres

Located in the centre of the complex, it is stocked with an incredible head of young and powerful 20’s, 30’s, 40’s and regularly produces some arm wrenching sport. In its first season the lake produced well in excess of 1000 fish landed. The lake also holds a number of big grass carp averaging over 35lb and a few catfish between 60lb and 130lb. The lake bed is a mix of sand silt and stone, a few weed beds and lily pads. There are several sunken islands plus lots of overhanging trees around the lake, every swim is capable of producing a result.

This lake has been intentionally developed as something approaching a ‘Runs Water’, but with a very big average size of fish (Sept 09 – 30lb average). Stocked with an incredible array of stunning carp from leathers to linears and everything in between. This lake is well worth looking at for 2010 if you want to catch some very nice 30’s with a great chance of fish over 40lb in fact we are confident enough to say that the best carp fishing holidays in France will be right here next year.

ANGELE can be booked for up to 10 anglers, or exclusively booked. Toilets and showers, including the Clubhouse are situated between lake ANGELE  and Lake LOUANNE. There is also use of a chalet located at one of the swims.  ANGELE has Vehicle access to all swims.

STATS:Depths: 2 to 6 feetCarp stocked:400 x 25lb-35lbs100 x 35lb-40lbs30 x 40lbs plus

The largest of the 3 lakes at 29 Acres

LOUANE is the biggest lake open, situated on the East side.

LOUANE is home to some very special fish, the lake average is over 35lb. It is the biggest and deepest lake on the complex and is more suited to experienced anglers due to a lower stocking density and snaggy lake bed, it is not a runs water but with most of the fish being over 30lb it is a lake that has the potential to produce a once in a lifetime catch. Several anglers have had 20×30’s and 40’s in a week in 2009. The lake bed has a hard flat bottom, so a good baiting strategy combined with watercraft can pay dividends.

The lake is already producing a good growth rate, the average is over 35lb and will probably be around 40lb in 2010. The water also contains ONE big Catfish called Scarface (180lb+), he has been hooked a few times in 2009 and has won every battle!!

There are enough swims to accommodate up to a total of 8 anglers, there are two islands, one of these has 4 swims cut into it and is a fantastic location to spend a week or two with a few mates. The whole lake can be booked exclusively.

Toilets and showers, including the Clubhouse are situated between ANGEL Lake and Lake LOUANE.  Vehicle access to all swims.

STATS:Depths: 3 to 11 feetCarp stocked:250 at 30lbs plus{rokcomments}

Location: Champagne Ardenne, Aube

Website: http://www.anglinglines.com/docs/ourvenues/lakes/gigantica/index.php

Description: In September 2008 the venue which used to be known as St. Christophe was bought by Danny Fairbrass of Korda. He has changed the name to Gigantica .Gigantica lies in the Champagne region of Eastern France, around 4 hours from Calais, with the majority of the journey being by motorway. The lake is around 35 acres in size and is a cobalt blue gravel pit. It’s a true specimen hunters water – there are some truly exceptional carp swimming in its clear, aqua blue water

Lake: Gigantica is 35 acres (14 hectacres) of water... the water is cobalt blue because of the heavily alkaline gravel it has been dug from.Depths range between 18 and 25 feet, there are no ‘deep holes’ contrary to rumours from anglers. The bottom is fairly flat with very few lumps and bumps, it is therefore better to establish a baited area at a comfortable range and then stick to it.

Stock: Gigantica’s stock is still uncertain... the old owner boasted 950 fish; we can neither confirm nor dismiss this. As the season unfolds more and more carp are being caught which we personally have never seen before, this is because the old owner never kept any stocking records or catch reports

Facilities: The old shower and toilet have been made into a ‘wet room’ which has been totally rebuilt and tiled to a very high standard... ‘too good for carp anglers’ was the tiler’s comment! The wet room has a large shower with free shampoo and shower gel along with a separate ‘posh’ sink. You can lock yourself in for total privacy and it is heated{rokcomments}