This intimate 12-hectare natural lake near Aire-sur-la-Lys offers solid carp fishing alongside pike, bream and tench in a quieter setting just 32 miles from Calais. Night fishing is permitted for dedicated carp sessions, making it ideal for serious anglers seeking peaceful French water away from busier venues. Bank fishing only, so pack accordingly—contact AAPPMA du Pas-de-Calais beforehand to confirm current night-fishing rules and obtain your mandatory French fishing licence.
Night fishing at Ballastières d'Aire-sur-la-Lys is authorised under Pas-de-Calais regulations. Night carp confirmed — Étangs fédéraux des Ballastières d'Aire-sur-la-Lys. Reservation required at resa.peche62.fr. Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. Source: peche62.fr/ou-pecher/parcours/
Boat fishing: Boat rules at Ballastières d'Aire-sur-la-Lys are unconfirmed — verify with the local AAPPMA. Federal lake — verify specific boat rules with FDAAPPMA62 or on resa.peche62.fr.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Ballastières d'Aire-sur-la-Lys under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. Bivouac permitted on official night carp pegs. Standard rules apply.
Required permits & cards: FDAAPPMA62 (Pas-de-Calais) card mandatory. Mandatory advance booking via resa.peche62.fr for night carp.
Managed by AAPPMA du Pas-de-Calais. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Ballastières d'Aire-sur-la-Lys holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Ballastières d'Aire-sur-la-Lys — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Pas-de-Calais. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Ballastières d'Aire-sur-la-Lys, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Pas-de-Calais is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Ballastières d'Aire-sur-la-Lys is 32 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
Night fishing is permitted at Ballastières d'Aire-sur-la-Lys — always check the current rules with AAPPMA du Pas-de-Calais before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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