Base de Loisirs, Oise
This compact 10-hectare reservoir near Saint-Leu-d'Esserent offers solid carp and tench fishing in a relaxed day-ticket setting, just 110 miles south of Calais. Bank fishing only, with good access around the perimeter for finding productive swims. Day fishing only, so plan accordingly—you'll need a valid AAPPMA licence from the local Oise federation to fish here.
Night fishing at Base de Loisirs is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Oise: the entire Domaine Public Fluvial (rivers/canals) is authorised. For étangs not connected to DPF, check if specifically listed on the 2026 arrêté. Federation étangs at Vieux Moulin (Saint-Pierre, Rouillie, Étot) are confirmed with €20 annual option. Étang de l'Évêché (Pont-Sainte-Maxence) confirmed with €30 AAPPMA option. Verify this specific lake at peche60.fr/1337-les-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm. Source: peche60.fr/1337-les-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Base de Loisirs. Leisure base — daytime boat access likely. Verify locally.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Base de Loisirs under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. Leisure base — standard rules apply.
Managed by AAPPMA locale de l'Oise. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Base de Loisirs holds carp, pike, perch, 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 Base de Loisirs — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale de l'Oise. 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 de l'Oise) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Base de Loisirs, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale de l'Oise is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Base de Loisirs is 110 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
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