Fishing at Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges
Eure · Normandie · France · 113 acres (46 ha)
Eure, Normandie 113 acres (46 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Bivvy permitted 116mi from Calais
About Fishing at Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges
This sprawling 46-hectare gravel pit near Rouen offers solid carp alongside pike, zander and tench in a peaceful leisure-park setting, roughly 116 miles from Calais. Bank fishing only and daylight hours only, so it's ideal if you want a relaxed daytime session without the intensity of 24-hour venues. You'll need to contact the local AAPPMA (Eure) to arrange access and obtain your French fishing permit — worth confirming exact swim availability when you call.
Department
Eure
Region
Normandie
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
113 acres (46 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Unknown
From Calais
116 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA locale (Eure)
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges
Night fishing at Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Eure night carp is authorised on the Seine and its associated ballastières/gravières in river valleys. Whether this specific plan d'eau is on the arrêté: check eure-peche.com for the current list. Source: eure-peche.com/3364-reglementation.htm Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat rules at Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges are unconfirmed — verify with the local AAPPMA. Leisure base — likely some boat access. Verify locally.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. Leisure base with camping — standard rules apply.
Managed by AAPPMA locale (Eure). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Fish Species at Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges
Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges holds carp, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. 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 Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale (Eure). Licences are available online before your trip.
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2nd Category water. Carp/coarse: open all year. Pike: 25 Apr 2026–31 Jan 2027 (closed Feb–Apr). Zander/Perch/Catfish: all year. Pike season as above.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA locale (Eure)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges?+
Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges covers 113 acres (46 ha) in Eure, Normandie, France. The lake is a former gravel extraction site now open as a public coarse fishery.
What fish can I catch at Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges?+
Night fishing at Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Eure night carp is authorised on the Seine and its associated ballastières/gravières in river valleys. Whether this specific plan d'eau is on the arrêté: check eure-peche.com for the current list. Source: eure-peche.com/3364-reglementation.htm Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. Leisure base with camping — standard rules apply.
Are boats allowed at Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges?+
Boat use is restricted at Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges. Leisure base — likely some boat access. Verify locally.
How far is Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges from Calais?+
Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges is approximately 116 miles from Calais by road. One of the more accessible venues in northern France for UK anglers.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA locale (Eure)). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges
To fish Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale (Eure) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Base de Loisirs et de Plein-Air de la Commune du Mesnil-sous-Jumièges is 116 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
