Étang de Bois Maury is an intimate 7-hectare gravel pit in Seine-et-Marne, perfect for UK anglers seeking a quieter, focused day session targeting carp, pike and tench in classic French habitat. Located 144 miles from Calais and just south of Paris, it's bank fishing only with day-time access — ideal if you want to explore the Île-de-France region without committing to an overnight trip. You'll need an AAPPMA La Gaule de la Marne day ticket or French licence before fishing.
Night fishing at Étang de Bois Maury is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Seine-et-Marne requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. The full list is only available via the interactive map at federationpeche77.fr/4266-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. Source: federationpeche77.fr/4266-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Bois Maury under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA La Gaule de la Marne / FDPPMA 77. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Bois Maury holds carp, pike, perch, 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 Bois Maury — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA La Gaule de la Marne / FDPPMA 77. 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 La Gaule de la Marne / FDPPMA 77) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Bois Maury, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA La Gaule de la Marne / FDPPMA 77 is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Bois Maury is 144 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
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