Seine-Maritime · Normandie · France · 26 acres (11 ha)
Seine-Maritime, Normandie 26 acres (11 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 91mi from Calais
About Bourienne
Bourienne is a small public reservoir in the Seine-Maritime department of Normandie, covering 11 hectares (26-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Bourienne is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 91 miles from Calais, Bourienne is within easy reach for visiting anglers. Normandie is one of the closest French regions to the UK, making it particularly accessible for shorter fishing trips.
Department
Seine-Maritime
Region
Normandie
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
26 acres (11 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
91 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA locale (Seine-Maritime)
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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 (Seine-Maritime)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Bourienne?+
Bourienne covers 26 acres (11 ha) in Seine-Maritime, Normandie, France.
What fish can I catch at Bourienne?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Bourienne?+
Night fishing at Bourienne is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Bourienne?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Bourienne under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Bourienne from Calais?+
Bourienne is approximately 91 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Bourienne?+
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 (Seine-Maritime)).
Fishing in Seine-Maritime, Normandie
Seine-Maritime is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Normandie departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
