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Bassin d'Aubervilliers, Paris
This intimate 1.3-hectare urban canal basin near Paris offers pike, perch and tench in a surprisingly accessible setting just 144 miles from Calais—ideal for anglers combining a French trip with a Paris visit. Bank fishing only, no night sessions due to its industrial-canal location, but the compact size and urban convenience make it a unique addition to a broader French angling itinerary. You'll need an AAPPMA day or season ticket from the local Fédération Pêche Paris-Petite Couronne (FDPPMA 75/92/93/94) to fish legally.
Water level data from Hub'Eau / Vigicrues. Nearest hydrometric station, updated every 15 minutes. Always verify conditions on arrival.
Night fishing at Bassin d'Aubervilliers is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Paris is authorised on the Seine river around specific islands (Île Saint-Louis, Île de la Cité, Île aux Cygnes) per annual arrêté. Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. Source: federation-peche-paris.fr/808-reglementation.htm
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Bassin d'Aubervilliers. Urban basin — decorative/leisure use only.
Bivouac & overnight camping is not permitted at Bassin d'Aubervilliers.
Required permits & cards: Not a standard public fishing venue.
Managed by FDPPMA 75/92/93/94 / Fédération Pêche Paris-Petite Couronne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
Bassin d'Aubervilliers holds pike, perch, tench. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Bassin d'Aubervilliers — you will also need to be affiliated with FDPPMA 75/92/93/94 / Fédération Pêche Paris-Petite Couronne. 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 (FDPPMA 75/92/93/94 / Fédération Pêche Paris-Petite Couronne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
France is the closest mainland European fishing destination for UK anglers. The Channel Tunnel (Folkestone–Calais, ~35 min) is the fastest crossing, while P&O Ferries (Dover–Calais, ~90 min) offer good value for heavy kit. Most northern French venues are within 2–4 hours of Calais; southern venues require a full day of driving.
A Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence) is required for all freshwater fishing. Buy online at cartedepeche.fr before you travel. Annual, weekly and daily options are available and include your AAPPMA affiliation for the selected department.
To fish Bassin d'Aubervilliers, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDPPMA 75/92/93/94 / Fédération Pêche Paris-Petite Couronne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Bassin d'Aubervilliers is 144 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
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France offers outstanding fishing year-round. The main coarse close season applies to some rivers (typically January–March for certain species), but still-water carp fishing on private and AAPPMA-managed lakes is available throughout the year. Spring (March–June) is the classic French carp season, with fish actively feeding and moving into shallow margins. Summer nights (June–August) are ideal for big-fish sessions on the large public reservoirs and rivers. Autumn (September–November) is particularly productive on the Auvergne and Languedoc lakes as temperatures drop. The Loire and Saône river systems produce excellent catfish sport from June through September, while the Dordogne and its tributaries fish well for chub, barbel and trout from spring through autumn.
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