Pas-de-Calais · Hauts-de-France · France · 20 acres (8 ha)
Pas-de-Calais, Hauts-de-France 20 acres (8 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 24mi from Calais
About Arques Batavia
Arques Batavia is a intimate natural lake in Pas-de-Calais, Hauts-de-France, covering 8 hectares of freshwater fishing. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Night fishing is permitted at Arques Batavia — Night carp all year. VNF lot n°8 (8.1ha). Restriction near fence (100m). Standard Pas-de-Calais carte de pêche.. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 24 miles from Calais, Arques Batavia is within easy reach for visiting anglers. Hauts-de-France is the closest French region to the UK — ideal for shorter fishing trips without a long drive.
Department
Pas-de-Calais
Region
Hauts-de-France
Water Type
Lake
Size
20 acres (8 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
24 miles
Managed by
VNF / AAPPMA du Pas-de-Calais
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Arques Batavia holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Arques Batavia covers 20 acres (8 ha) in Pas-de-Calais, Hauts-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Arques Batavia?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Arques Batavia?+
Night fishing at Arques Batavia is permitted. Night carp all year. VNF lot n°8 (8.1ha). Restriction near fence (100m). Standard Pas-de-Calais carte de pêche..
Are bivvies allowed at Arques Batavia?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Arques Batavia under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Arques Batavia from Calais?+
Arques Batavia is approximately 24 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Arques Batavia?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (VNF / AAPPMA du Pas-de-Calais).
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