Étang de la Bécasse Fauchée is a compact 9.6-hectare gravel pit in Meurthe-et-Moselle (247 miles from Calais) offering solid carp and tench fishing from the bank in a quieter, intimate setting away from the busier French hotspots. Day fishing only, so you'll need to plan your sessions around daylight hours, but the smaller size makes it manageable for working specific features. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and permission from the local AAPPMA Meurthe-et-Moselle — contact them ahead of your trip to confirm access and any local regulations.
Night fishing at Étang de la Bécasse Fauchée is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Meurthe-et-Moselle is authorised 1 April–31 October on specific designated parcours. CPMA timbre (fishing licence) mandatory for night carp. Check the arrêté préfectoral at peche-54.fr/469-peche-de-la-carpe-de-nuit.htm for the full list. Source: peche-54.fr/469-peche-de-la-carpe-de-nuit.htm
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de la Bécasse Fauchée under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA locale Meurthe-et-Moselle. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Bécasse Fauchée 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 la Bécasse Fauchée — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale Meurthe-et-Moselle. 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 locale Meurthe-et-Moselle) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de la Bécasse Fauchée, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale Meurthe-et-Moselle is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de la Bécasse Fauchée is 247 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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