Essonne · Île-de-France · France · 39 acres (16 ha)
Essonne, Île-de-France 39 acres (16 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 157mi from Calais
About Étang de Cernay
Formed by damming a river valley in Essonne, Étang de Cernay is a small public reservoir covering 16 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Île-de-France. Species present include Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Night fishing is not permitted at Étang de Cernay, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Étang de Cernay lies 157 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Île-de-France, the greater Paris region, with a surprising number of quality public fishing venues.
Department
Essonne
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
39 acres (16 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
157 miles
Managed by
FDPPMA 91 / Fédération Pêche Essonne
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (FDPPMA 91 / Fédération Pêche Essonne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de Cernay?+
Étang de Cernay covers 39 acres (16 ha) in Essonne, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Cernay?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Cernay?+
Night fishing at Étang de Cernay is not permitted. 1st Category (Trout).
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Cernay?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Cernay under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Cernay from Calais?+
Étang de Cernay is approximately 157 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Cernay?+
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 (FDPPMA 91 / Fédération Pêche Essonne).
Fishing in Essonne, Île-de-France
Essonne is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Île-de-France departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
