Val-d'Oise · Île-de-France · France · 30 acres (12 ha)
Val-d'Oise, Île-de-France 30 acres (12 ha) Lake No night fishing 133mi from Calais
About Fishing at Étang de Beauchamp
This intimate 12-hectare natural lake near Paris offers genuine night carp fishing—a rarity in accessible French venues—with solid populations of carp alongside pike and bream, all fished from the bank. Just 133 miles from Calais, it's well-positioned for a weekend trip and delivers that quieter, less-pressured experience UK anglers seek. Contact AAPPMA du Val-d'Oise to confirm current night fishing permissions and secure your fishing permit before arrival.
Department
Val-d'Oise
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Lake
Size
30 acres (12 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Unknown
From Calais
133 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA du Val-d'Oise
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang de Beauchamp
Night fishing at Étang de Beauchamp is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Val-d'Oise is authorised on designated parcours per annual arrêté. Check the interactive map at federationpeche95.fr before fishing at night. Source: federationpeche95.fr
Required permits & cards: Val-d'Oise card (EHGO).
Managed by AAPPMA du Val-d'Oise. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Beauchamp holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench. 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 Étang de Beauchamp — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA du Val-d'Oise. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang de Beauchamp covers 30 acres (12 ha) in Val-d'Oise, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Beauchamp?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Beauchamp?+
Night fishing at Étang de Beauchamp is subject to local rules. Night carp in Val-d'Oise is authorised on designated parcours per annual arrêté. Check the interactive map at federationpeche95.fr before fishing at night. Source: federationpeche95.fr Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Beauchamp?+
Bivvy camping restrictions apply at Étang de Beauchamp. Full details including any overnight exemptions are available to PiscaMaps members.
Are boats allowed at Étang de Beauchamp?+
Boat use is restricted at Étang de Beauchamp. No specific rules found.
How far is Étang de Beauchamp from Calais?+
Étang de Beauchamp is approximately 133 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 Étang de Beauchamp?+
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 du Val-d'Oise). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang de Beauchamp
To fish Étang de Beauchamp, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA du Val-d'Oise is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Beauchamp is 133 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
