Highlights
Lake Size
15 acres
Lake Record
72 lb
Number of Swims
4
Max. Number of Anglers
10
Bait Boats
Allowed
Bait Onsite
Yes
Rowing Boats
Allowed
Accommodation
Sleeps 2
Exclusive Booking Only
No
Wifi
No
Onsite Food
No
Travel Time
1h 45m - St. Malo
Dogs Allowed
Yes
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Overview
Emeraude is a 15-acre gravel pit in North West France, offering some of the best big carp fishing in France, with a lake record of over 72lb. The lake is packed with features, big variations in depth, and wild overhanging margins - a highly rewarding and exciting water for experienced anglers chasing a personal best.
Whilst the lake retains a very natural feel, the layout is excellent and allows space for each angler. Bait boats are welcome and a rowing boat is supplied on every swim free of charge, making it easier to find precise spots amongst weed or overhanging margins. With a head of around 350 carp, the fish gallery speaks for itself and this is a good choice if you're looking for the chance of a trophy 70lb+ carp.
Emeraude has over 30 excellent reviews already and has built a strong reputation with anglers regularly praising the lake's natural, wild character and the knowledge and helpfulness of bailiff Clement.
This lake can be booked individually or exclusively for your group (up to 10 anglers). For individual bookings swims are prebooked in advance. There are four double swims, but it is also possible to book swim 4 as a single angler if required. Exclusive bookings also include a fifth double swim for groups of 9–10 anglers. However, if booking the lake exclusively we recommend a maximum of 8 anglers to allow more space and flexibility to move between swims.
The venue is very close to the ports of St Malo (1hr 15) and Caen (2hr 40), making it an easy destination for those taking the Friday overnight crossing and arriving refreshed on the Saturday with only a short drive. From Calais, it's a 6-hour drive.
Please note that for the 2028 season, an accommodation cabin is planned to be installed at swim 3. This has been reflected in the 2028 pricing. Further details will be confirmed once plans are finalised.
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Travel Time
St. Malo Ferry Terminal
Caen Ferry Terminal
Roscoff Ferry Terminal
Cherbourg Ferry Terminal
Le Havre Ferry Terminal
Dieppe Ferry Terminal
Calais Le Shuttle Terminal
Calais Ferry Terminal
Lake Map
Reviews
Andy Burrows
"Stunning venue. Roomy pegs with well set boundary markers give everyone plenty of water to fish to. Each peg has its own features. Big fish and a great stock of carp. Loved our time there and already thinking about how we'll tackle this venue when we return."
Michael Sancto
"Very good week with over 50 fish being caught, despite nearly 40c temperatures some days. Best were 64lb 8oz common, 48lb 11oz mirror, 48lb 12oz grass, 47lb 13oz mirror, 42lb 13oz mirror. All in all we had a great week's fishing. Clément came over every day to make sure everything was going well, really nice guy as well."
Titouan Yutri
"32 fish, scaled mirrors, fullys, linears, two real lumps and loads of stunning carp. The swims offer the chance to fish both the margins and open water, which allows you to adapt your fishing based on the weather and your own preferences. Highly recommended location, excellent stock. The on-site bailiff is attentive to customers, takes time with them, and has a good sense of humour! "
Emeraude Gallery
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Meet your Host
Kenny
"Emeraude was created from our passion to build the kind of French carp lake we would love to fish ourselves. We were keen to maintain the raw, beautiful element of the lake and it is now home to some seriously big carp that continue to grow thanks to the rich natural food available. Clement, our bailiff, and I look forward to welcoming you soon."
Example Price
£385
Per angler in Jan 2027 includes...
3 anglers
1 Dover - Calais van crossing
Availability and Booking
*Please choose a week to get a price
October
2026
Week 1
Fully booked
From 3rd to 10th October 2026
Week 2
Fully booked
From 10th to 17th October 2026
Week 3
Fully booked
From 17th to 24th October 2026
Week 4
Fully booked
From 24th to 31st October 2026
Week 5
From 31st October 2026 to 7th November 2026
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