Somme · Hauts-de-France · France · 243 acres (98 ha)
Somme, Hauts-de-France 243 acres (98 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted 91mi from Calais
About Étang Communal d'Épénancourt
Étang Communal d'Épénancourt is a medium-sized public water in the Somme department of Hauts-de-France, France. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Étang Communal d'Épénancourt is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 91 miles from Calais, Étang Communal d'Épénancourt 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
Somme
Region
Hauts-de-France
Water Type
Water
Size
243 acres (98 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
91 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA d'Épénancourt
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Étang Communal d'Épénancourt holds carp, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 d'Épénancourt) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang Communal d'Épénancourt?+
Étang Communal d'Épénancourt covers 243 acres (98 ha) in Somme, Hauts-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang Communal d'Épénancourt?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang Communal d'Épénancourt?+
Night fishing at Étang Communal d'Épénancourt is not permitted. Day only (Communal).
Are bivvies allowed at Étang Communal d'Épénancourt?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang Communal d'Épénancourt under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang Communal d'Épénancourt from Calais?+
Étang Communal d'Épénancourt is approximately 91 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang Communal d'Épénancourt?+
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 d'Épénancourt).
Fishing in Somme, Hauts-de-France
Somme is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Hauts-de-France departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
