Essonne · Île-de-France · France · 26 acres (11 ha)
Essonne, Île-de-France 26 acres (11 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 162mi from Calais
About Bassin du Carrouges
Formed by damming a river valley in Essonne, Bassin du Carrouges is a small public reservoir covering 11 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Île-de-France. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Bassin du Carrouges, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 162 miles from Calais, Bassin du Carrouges is a popular destination for anglers exploring Île-de-France, the greater Paris region, with a surprising number of quality public fishing venues.
Department
Essonne
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
26 acres (11 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
162 miles
Managed by
FDPPMA 91 / Fédération Pêche Essonne
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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 (FDPPMA 91 / Fédération Pêche Essonne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Bassin du Carrouges?+
Bassin du Carrouges covers 26 acres (11 ha) in Essonne, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Bassin du Carrouges?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Bassin du Carrouges?+
Night fishing at Bassin du Carrouges is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Bassin du Carrouges?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Bassin du Carrouges under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Bassin du Carrouges from Calais?+
Bassin du Carrouges is approximately 162 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Bassin du Carrouges?+
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 91 / Fédération Pêche Essonne).
Fishing in Essonne, Île-de-France
Essonne 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.
