Oise · Hauts-de-France · France · 25 acres (10 ha)
Oise, Hauts-de-France 25 acres (10 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 110mi from Calais
About Base de Loisirs
Base de Loisirs is a small public reservoir in the Oise department of Hauts-de-France, covering 10 hectares (25-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Base de Loisirs is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 110 miles from Calais, Base de Loisirs 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
Oise
Region
Hauts-de-France
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
25 acres (10 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
110 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA locale de l'Oise
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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 de l'Oise) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Base de Loisirs?+
Base de Loisirs covers 25 acres (10 ha) in Oise, Hauts-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Base de Loisirs?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Base de Loisirs?+
Night fishing at Base de Loisirs is not permitted. (Saint-Leu-d'Esserent) Day.
Are bivvies allowed at Base de Loisirs?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Base de Loisirs under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Base de Loisirs from Calais?+
Base de Loisirs is approximately 110 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Base de Loisirs?+
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 (AAPPMA locale de l'Oise).
Fishing in Oise, Hauts-de-France
Oise is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Hauts-de-France departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
