Carp Fishing Holidays in France

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More UK carp anglers are venturing abroad for their carp fishing holidays with France being the most popular. France has so much to offer the carp fisherman with masses of lakes and reservoirs and hundreds of miles of rivers most of which contain large carp. There are now many companies offering guided carp fishing in France on commercial lakes with travel and food catered for and well as many private lakes where you can book a swim or hire out the lake exclusively on a drive and survive basis.

Many french carp lakes and rivers contain large carp with the climate in France being perfect for carp growth as well as the large quantities of high protein bait being introdued on a regular basis both contributing to carp growing to record sizes. With the carp record approaching 90lb and most lakes offering 40lb plus carp France offers the carp angler on holiday fish far larger than their UK counterparts.

So you've picked your dream carp fishing holiday lake in France and booked your ferry what items of tackle and bait do you need?

If you have selected a commercial type venue or a estate type french lake for your holiday then your tackle may not differ too much from the gear you use in the UK. Rods of 2.75-3lbTC being the most popular, baitrunner type reels or big pits if you expect to cast some distance are the norm. A 42"+ landing net and large unhooking mat will be necessary as well as your bivvy, bedchair, sleeping bag and all the normal camping gear you use for a session in the UK. If you have selected a large reservoir then you may have to think about a boat and echo sounder to fish the carpy areas, research you french holiday venue and be prepared.

The bait and the amount you take on your carp fishing holiday in france will differ from lake to lake and stock levels so advice should be taken from the owner or organiser but boilies and pellets are accepted from the off on most french carp lakes and well as seed and nut type baits (make sure these are properly prepared). Remeber a big shoal of 30lb+ carp can mop up a lot of bait so make sure you have enough to keep them in your swim if necessary. If you are taking large quantities of boilies with you on your holiday and there are no or limited freezer facilities than you may want to consider air drying you boilies at the venue or before you go away to stop them spoiling.

Good luck with your carp fishing holiday in france, don't forget your camera and sun lotion and enjoy yourself!
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