Paris, Île-de-France 13 acres (5 ha) Canal No night fishing Bivvy permitted 145mi from Calais
About Bassin de la Villette
Located in Paris, Île-de-France, Bassin de la Villette is a intimate canal of 5 hectares. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Bassin de la Villette, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 145 miles from Calais, Bassin de la Villette is within easy reach for visiting anglers. Île-de-France is the greater Paris region, with a surprising number of quality public fishing venues.
Department
Paris
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Canal
Size
13 acres (5 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
145 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA La Gaule de Paris / FDPPMA 75/92/93/94
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Bassin de la Villette holds carp, pike, perch, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 Paris / FDPPMA 75/92/93/94) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Bassin de la Villette?+
Bassin de la Villette covers 13 acres (5 ha) in Paris, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Bassin de la Villette?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Bassin de la Villette?+
Night fishing at Bassin de la Villette is not permitted. Streetfishing Zone.
Are bivvies allowed at Bassin de la Villette?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Bassin de la Villette under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Bassin de la Villette from Calais?+
Bassin de la Villette is approximately 145 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Bassin de la Villette?+
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 La Gaule de Paris / FDPPMA 75/92/93/94).
Fishing in Paris, Île-de-France
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