Yvelines · Île-de-France · France · 2 acres (1 ha)
Yvelines, Île-de-France 2 acres (1 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Etang de Champfailly
Etang de Champfailly is a shallow lowland pond located in the Yvelines department of Île-de-France, offering classic coarse fishing opportunities in the fertile plains of north-central France. This peaceful étang is ideal for anglers targeting traditional French coarse fish species in a tranquil rural setting.
Department
Yvelines
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Water
Size
2 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Yvelines
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Etang de Champfailly
Night fishing at Etang de Champfailly is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 78 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Etang de Champfailly.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Etang de Champfailly under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Yvelines. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Etang de Champfailly — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Yvelines. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Etang de Champfailly covers 2 acres (1 ha) in Yvelines, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Etang de Champfailly?+
The water holds carp, tench, bream, roach, crucian carp, pike, perch, rudd.
Is night fishing allowed at Etang de Champfailly?+
Night fishing at Etang de Champfailly is subject to local rules. Dept 78 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Etang de Champfailly?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Etang de Champfailly under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Etang de Champfailly?+
Boats are not permitted at Etang de Champfailly. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Etang de Champfailly?+
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 (Fédération de Pêche Yvelines). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Etang de Champfailly
To fish Etang de Champfailly, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Yvelines is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
