Highlights
Lake Size
4 acres
Lake Record
50 lb
Number of Swims
5
Max. Number of Anglers
5
Exclusive Booking Only
Yes
Bait Boats
Allowed
Rowing Boats
Allowed
Accommodation
No
Wifi
No
Food Onsite
No
Tackle Hire Onsite
No
Bait Onsite
Yes
Travel Time
2h 20m - Caen
Dogs Allowed
Yes
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Overview
Autels is a mature 4 acre lake in the Loire Valley, ideal for groups of up to 5 anglers to book exclusively. This is the perfect lake for those wanting a social holiday with action-packed fishing or for those looking to combine carp and catfish fishing in France.
There's a large head of fish here - around 300 carp to 50lb and catfish to over 100lb, so you are unlikely to be short of action. Triangular in shape, the swims (many of them large doubles) offer plenty of options and room to move around as you wish.
Owned by the Vasseur family, who we have worked with for many years on the very popular Blue Lake and Lepinet, Autels is managed expertly to provide excellent carp and catfish fishing in France.
The lake is a short 2hr20 drive from the port of Caen and 4hr from Calais.
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Travel Time
Caen Ferry Terminal
Le Havre Ferry Terminal
St. Malo Ferry Terminal
Dieppe Ferry Terminal
Cherbourg Ferry Terminal
Calais Ferry Terminal
Calais Le Shuttle Terminal
Roscoff Ferry Terminal
Lake Map
Reviews
Ian Jones
"I would definitely recommend it, beautiful peaceful little lake with some amazing fish, I'll be back. Cats to 60lb Carp to 38lb Over 20 fish in total. Facilities all clean and tidy."
David Cowie
"Had a great holiday and as a social the place is excellent. Fishing was good - both myself and my mate are quite new to carp fishing so would say we did well. We had 38 fish out during the week between 2 anglers. Most fish being mid 20, eight were over 30lb and a 43lb being the biggest carp. 1 grass carp and 2 cats amongst the total, with the biggest cat being 47lb."
Joel Lutwyche
"First time fishing in France and loved it! 39 fish landed between 3 anglers, catfish to 79lb and carp to 37lb. I would definitely come again! I would recommend you take heli systems as the silt is quite deep and strong tackle the cats don't mess around - you just can't stop them. The bailiff was great!"
Ben Branch
"We really enjoyed the lake, the fish fight like nothing else, the guys running the lake were so helpful, we will certainly be returning. Around 30 fish in total, cats to 103lb, carp to 37lb 6oz. All good condition. 10/10 from all of us."
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Meet your Host
Sébastien and Cyril
"We are brothers Sébastien and Cyril, and together we manage Autels along with three other Angling Lines venues, supported by a small, dedicated team. Alongside running the lakes, our family also operate a separate successful fish farming business in the area, continuing a tradition passed down from our parents and grandparents."
Example Price
£253
Per angler in Jan 2027 includes...
5 anglers
Exclusive use of the lake
1 Dover - Calais car crossing
1 Dover - Calais van crossing
Availability and Booking
*Please choose a week to get a price
October
2026
Week 1
From 3rd to 10th October 2026
Week 2
From 10th to 17th October 2026
Week 3
From 17th to 24th October 2026
Week 4
From 24th to 31st October 2026
Week 5
Fully booked
From 31st October 2026 to 7th November 2026
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