Fishing at Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante
Aisne · Hauts-de-France · France · 40 acres (16 ha)
Aisne, Hauts-de-France 40 acres (16 ha) Reservoir No night fishing 124mi from Calais
About Fishing at Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante
This modest 16-hectare reservoir in Aisne offers solid carp fishing alongside pike, tench and bream in a quieter setting, roughly 124 miles from Calais. Day-fishing only and bank access keeps it straightforward for visiting anglers seeking uncrowded water with decent species variety. You'll need an AAPPMA permit and membership with the local Aisne association before fishing.
Department
Aisne
Region
Hauts-de-France
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
40 acres (16 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
124 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA locale Aisne
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante
Night fishing at Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante 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.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante.
Bivouac & overnight camping is not permitted at Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante.
Managed by AAPPMA locale Aisne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Fish Species at Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante
Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante holds carp, pike, perch, 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 Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale Aisne. 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 Aisne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante?+
Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante covers 40 acres (16 ha) in Aisne, Hauts-de-France, France. It is a public reservoir managed under the French AAPPMA system.
What fish can I catch at Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante?+
Night fishing at Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante 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 Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante?+
Bivvy camping restrictions apply at Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante. Full details including any overnight exemptions are available to PiscaMaps members.
Are boats allowed at Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante?+
Boat use is restricted at Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante. Industrial facility.
How far is Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante from Calais?+
Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante is approximately 124 miles from Calais by road. One of the more accessible venues in northern France for UK anglers.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA locale Aisne). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante
To fish Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale Aisne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Bassins de Décantation 1 de la Fontaine Bouillante is 124 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
