Explore current carp fishing news on new venues, lake updates, holiday tips and top recommendations to help you plan smarter and select the right venue for you.
If you are looking for some of the biggest carp in France, then these four top-class French Carp Lakes with 80lb Carp have proven to produce fish at this size. All four are well-stocked, well-managed waters with strong big-carp track records – here’s what makes each one worth booking. At a glance: Lake Size Biggest […]
Drive and survive carp fishing in France is a self-catering trip where you drive to a lake and camp behind your rods for the week, without any accommodation or catering. Don’t worry though – all of the venues below still have toilets, showers and other camping-style facilities. It’s the traditional carp fishing holiday, and there’s […]
We’re really pleased to bring Cubes Lake into the Angling Lines line up. A quiet little venue set in the Limousin countryside, it offers private carp fishing in France with accommodation just a short walk from the rods. Ideal for anglers wanting to bring along family or friends while still enjoying proper time on the […]
There is something special about having a carp lake all to yourself. Private fishing lakes in France with accommodation offer peace, privacy and the chance to truly switch off.
Experienced carp angler Pat Gillett always produces a list to check against when preparing for a French trip and he kindly agreed to share it with us. We hope that this detailed list of what to take carp fishing in France can prove as a great point of reference and jog a few memories when packing […]
We’re thrilled to welcome Le Sauci, a carp lake close to Calais, to the Angling Lines family for 2026 onwards. Located in the Marne region on the edge of the Argonne Forest, Le Sauci is a well kept 12-acre carp lake approximately 3hr 30mins from the port of Calais, offering a great mix of quality […]
If you’re looking for a bit of added comfort on your holiday then the following 13 French carp fishing lakes with log cabins have just what you’re after. From simple cabins to more impressive wooden lodges suitable for the whole family. All have been tried and tested, so you can view lots of real angler […]
Every year, hundreds of British anglers head across the Channel in search of those iconic French monster carp, with carp fishing in France becoming a bucket list trip for many UK anglers. With so many lakes to choose from, it’s no surprise that more and more UK anglers are making the trip, hoping to beat […]
Looking for a French carp lake for just two or three anglers? Sometimes it’s nice not to be bothered by other groups. We get it. No competing for swims, no crossed lines, no noise. That’s exactly why small exclusive carp lakes in France have become such a sought-after choice for serious carp anglers. It’s these […]
Our website features an outstanding collection of carp lakes in France, and each one is a credit to the dedicated people who run them. With this in mind, we spoke with Lionel and Véronique at Heart Lake, asking them a few questions to learn more about their journey.
Our website features an outstanding collection of carp lakes in France, and each one is a credit to the dedicated people who run them. With this in mind, we spoke to Barry, the owner of Golden Carp Lake, and asked him a few questions, to learn more about his journey.
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.
We know it can be difficult convincing the rest of the family that your carp fishing holiday will be the perfect getaway for them too. However, here are 7 amazing French carp fishing lakes with accommodation and pools that make the job easy!
We have a fantastic group of lakes on our website, which are a credit to the people that run them. We asked Gérard who together with Carla owns Cerises & Duquesne two small and exclusive carp lakes in France a few questions.
Our website features an outstanding collection of lakes, and each one is a credit to the dedicated people who run them. With this in mind, we spoke to Thomas, the owner of Carrouge Carp Lake, and asked him a few questions, to learn more about his journey.
We’ve got just the French carp fishing holiday for you. Here are five big French carp lakes that are guaranteed to leave you awestruck at their beauty and anticipating a very large carp!
We now have 24 top quality French carp fishing venues with accommodation. These vary from very comfortable houses complete with hot tubs and swimming pools to smaller lakeside lodges. Here are six of our venues for carp fishing in France with luxury accommodation:
Our website features an outstanding collection of carp lakes in France, and each one is a credit to the dedicated people who run them. With this in mind, we spoke with Fabien at Linstant and asked him a few questions to learn more about his journey.
If you are looking for carp and catfish lakes France has a lot to offer. The following four lakes are well worth a visit for your next carp and catfish holiday…
We’re thrilled to welcome MDP Lake to the Angling Lines family – a brand new, exclusive-use venue that offers something truly special for carp anglers seeking both quality French Carp Fishing and natural tranquility. Tucked away in its own secluded valley on the edge of the Limousin-Perigord Natural Park, this lake is about as peaceful […]
