Seine-Saint-Denis · Île-de-France · France · 10 acres (4 ha)
Seine-Saint-Denis, Île-de-France 10 acres (4 ha) Canal No night fishing Bivvy permitted 141mi from Calais
About Bassin de la Maltournée
Bassin de la Maltournée is a intimate canal in the Seine-Saint-Denis department of Île-de-France, France. The fishery holds Pike, Perch and Tench.
Fishing at Bassin de la Maltournée is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Bassin de la Maltournée is just 141 miles from Calais — one of the most accessible venues in northern France for UK day-trippers and weekend anglers. Île-de-France is the greater Paris region, with a surprising number of quality public fishing venues.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Bassin de la Maltournée?+
Bassin de la Maltournée covers 10 acres (4 ha) in Seine-Saint-Denis, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Bassin de la Maltournée?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Bassin de la Maltournée?+
Night fishing at Bassin de la Maltournée is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Bassin de la Maltournée?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Bassin de la Maltournée under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Bassin de la Maltournée from Calais?+
Bassin de la Maltournée is approximately 141 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Bassin de la Maltournée?+
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 (FDPPMA 75/92/93/94 / Fédération Pêche Paris-Petite Couronne).
Fishing in Seine-Saint-Denis, Île-de-France
Seine-Saint-Denis is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Île-de-France departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
