This sprawling 109-hectare gravel pit near Mantes-la-Jolie offers excellent carp prospects in a scenic Île-de-France setting, just 131 miles from Calais—ideal for a long weekend trip. Night fishing is permitted in designated Federal Night Zones, and electric boat access opens up hard-to-reach spots across the expansive water. You'll need to purchase a day ticket through AAPPMA La Gaule de Mantes and check their current rules, as this is a popular mixed-species venue that demands local knowledge.
Night fishing at Base de Plein-Air et de Loisirs de Moisson-Mousseaux is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Yvelines is authorised on specific designated parcours per annual arrêté. Check the interactive map at federationpeche78.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: federationpeche78.fr
Boat fishing: Boat rules at Base de Plein-Air et de Loisirs de Moisson-Mousseaux are unconfirmed — verify with the local AAPPMA. Leisure base on the Seine — likely bank or boat permitted. Verify locally.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Base de Plein-Air et de Loisirs de Moisson-Mousseaux under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. Leisure base with camping facilities on site. Standard rules apply.
Required permits & cards: Yvelines departmental card (EHGO reciprocity).
Managed by AAPPMA La Gaule de Mantes / FDPPMA 78. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Base de Plein-Air et de Loisirs de Moisson-Mousseaux holds carp, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers — fish to 33kg have been recorded. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
Record 33kg mirror, many 25kg+ (GoCarp/worldrecordcarp)
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Base de Plein-Air et de Loisirs de Moisson-Mousseaux — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA La Gaule de Mantes / FDPPMA 78. 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 La Gaule de Mantes / FDPPMA 78) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Base de Plein-Air et de Loisirs de Moisson-Mousseaux, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA La Gaule de Mantes / FDPPMA 78 is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Base de Plein-Air et de Loisirs de Moisson-Mousseaux is 131 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
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