Nord · Hauts-de-France · France · 25 acres (10 ha)
Nord, Hauts-de-France 25 acres (10 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 12mi from Calais
About Douves de Gravelines
Set in the Nord department of Hauts-de-France, Douves de Gravelines is a small natural lake of 10 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
For UK carp anglers, night fishing at Douves de Gravelines is allowed: Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA du Nord.. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 12 miles from Calais, Douves de Gravelines 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.
Department
Nord
Region
Hauts-de-France
Water Type
Lake
Size
25 acres (10 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
12 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA du Nord
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Douves de Gravelines holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Douves de Gravelines covers 25 acres (10 ha) in Nord, Hauts-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Douves de Gravelines?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Douves de Gravelines?+
Night fishing at Douves de Gravelines is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA du Nord..
Are bivvies allowed at Douves de Gravelines?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Douves de Gravelines under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Douves de Gravelines from Calais?+
Douves de Gravelines is approximately 12 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Douves de Gravelines?+
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 du Nord).
Fishing in Nord, Hauts-de-France
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