Ardennes, Grand Est 124 acres (50 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 140mi from Calais
About Bassin de Whitaker
Bassin de Whitaker is a medium-sized public reservoir in the Ardennes department of Grand Est, covering 50 hectares (124-acre) of open water. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Bassin de Whitaker is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Bassin de Whitaker is just 140 miles from Calais — one of the most accessible venues in northern France for UK day-trippers and weekend anglers. Grand Est is a region bordering Germany and Luxembourg, popular with UK anglers for its proximity and excellent lake fishing.
Department
Ardennes
Region
Grand Est
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
124 acres (50 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
140 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA "Les Triages" de Renwez
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA "Les Triages" de Renwez) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Bassin de Whitaker?+
Bassin de Whitaker covers 124 acres (50 ha) in Ardennes, Grand Est, France.
What fish can I catch at Bassin de Whitaker?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Bassin de Whitaker?+
Night fishing at Bassin de Whitaker is not permitted. 1st Category / Day only.
Are bivvies allowed at Bassin de Whitaker?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Bassin de Whitaker under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Bassin de Whitaker from Calais?+
Bassin de Whitaker is approximately 140 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Bassin de Whitaker?+
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 "Les Triages" de Renwez).
Fishing in Ardennes, Grand Est
Ardennes is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Grand Est departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
