Bassin de Monampteuil is a compact 32-hectare reservoir in Aisne offering solid mixed fishing for carp, pike, tench and bream in a quieter setting roughly 127 miles south of Calais. Day fishing only here, so plan your session accordingly, though float-tubes are permitted if you're after exploring deeper water. You'll need an AAPPMA licence (available locally through AAPPMA Monampteuil) and membership to fish this managed venue.
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.
Night fishing at Bassin de Monampteuil is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Aisne's authorised night carp plans d'eau are: Lac de l'Ailette/Bièvre (Chamouille), Étangs du Canivet (Pommiers, n°1&2 only), Plan des Caurois (Viry-Noureuil, east half), Plan de la Frette (Tergnier), Vatroye (La Fère), Étang d'Artemps, Pierrepont communal ponds, and Oise river sections. Source: peche02.fr/3793-carpe-de-nuit.htm Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Managed by AAPPMA locale de Monampteuil. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Bassin de Monampteuil holds carp, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Bassin de Monampteuil — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale de Monampteuil. 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 locale de Monampteuil) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Bassin de Monampteuil, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale de Monampteuil is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Bassin de Monampteuil is 127 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
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