Highlights
Lake Size
7 acres
Lake Record
68 lb
Number of Swims
3
Max. Number of Anglers
5
Bait Boats
Allowed
Bait Onsite
Yes
Rowing Boats
Not allowed
Accommodation
Sleeps 16
Exclusive Booking Only
Yes
Wifi
No
Onsite Food
Yes
Travel Time
1h 40m - Caen
Dogs Allowed
Yes
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Overview
Located in Normandy, La Fonte dates back to the 17th century. First stocked with carp in 1994, it has become a well established lake providing carp fishing holidays for many happy anglers.
The lake is an easy 1hr40 drive from Caen and less than 4hrs from Calais. It is hired out exclusively and is ideal for groups of up to 5 anglers, with a choice of 3 double swims that span one side of the lake.
There are plenty of 30lb+ and 40lb+ carp to aim for, with the lake record sitting at over 68lb. If it's hard fighting carp you are after, then this French carp lake is definitely a candidate for your list.
The facilities are good, including a well equipped kitchen cabin. The lake also offers great food package options.
In addition La Fonte also has optional accommodation; a large house overlooking the lake which can sleep up to 16 people, an ideal solution for a large group looking to take families along too. You can find more information under the 'facilities' tab.
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Reviews
Harry Batchelor
" 39 carp including 2 x 50's (biggest was 52lb 12oz common), 5 x 40's, 22 x 30's & 5 x 20's. Thank you to Phillipe for a lovely weeks fishing. Also to Jean-Jacque for the amazing food and laughs."
Matthew Ian French
" 22 fish on the bank with 2 new PB's and a stunning 56lb common! 1x 56, 6 x 40's, 13 x top 30’s, 2x 20's. A great weeks fishing! "
Anthony Steele
"8 carp including 5 x 40lb+ & a 30lb'er. The lake and the whole area is absolutely amazing. This is easily the best setting for a carp fishing venue we’ve been to in more than 18 visits to France. Philippe was a super guy"
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Philippe
"I previously owned the Mitchell reel company from 1980 to 1992. In 2012, I returned to the fishing world by purchasing La Fonte from an English owner who had established it as a carp venue with around 300 fish. Since then, the stock has developed significantly, producing some very large carp recently. I look forward to sharing La Fonte with you."
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Example Price
£487
Per angler for a week in Jan 2026 includes:
5 anglers
Exclusive lake booking
1 car 1 van Dover - Calais crossing
Availability and Booking
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January
2026
Week 1
From 3rd to 10th January 2026
Week 2
From 10th to 17th January 2026
Week 3
From 17th to 24th January 2026
Week 4
From 24th to 31st January 2026
Week 5
From 31st January 2026 to 7th February 2026
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