Aisne · Hauts-de-France · France · 78 acres (32 ha)
Aisne, Hauts-de-France 78 acres (32 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 127mi from Calais
About Bassin de Monampteuil
Bassin de Monampteuil is a small public reservoir in the Aisne department of Hauts-de-France, covering 32 hectares (78-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Bassin de Monampteuil is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Float-tube only (AAPPMA Laon). Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 127 miles from Calais, Bassin de Monampteuil is within easy reach for visiting anglers. Hauts-de-France is the closest French region to the UK — ideal for shorter fishing trips without a long drive.
Department
Aisne
Region
Hauts-de-France
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
78 acres (32 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
127 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA locale de Monampteuil
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Bassin de Monampteuil holds carp, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. 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 locale de Monampteuil) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Bassin de Monampteuil?+
Bassin de Monampteuil covers 78 acres (32 ha) in Aisne, Hauts-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Bassin de Monampteuil?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Bassin de Monampteuil?+
Night fishing at Bassin de Monampteuil is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Bassin de Monampteuil?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Bassin de Monampteuil under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Bassin de Monampteuil from Calais?+
Bassin de Monampteuil is approximately 127 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Bassin de Monampteuil?+
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 locale de Monampteuil).
Fishing in Aisne, Hauts-de-France
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