Étang de la Cour Jacques is a compact 11.7-hectare Normandy reservoir offering solid carp fishing alongside pike, perch and tench in a peaceful, intimate setting—perfect if you prefer quieter venues away from the busier commercials. Day fishing only and bank access keeps the pressure light, making it ideal for a relaxed short trip from Calais (148 miles). You'll need to join the local AAPPMA and obtain your fishing permit before your visit.
Night fishing at Étang de la Cour Jacques is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Eure night carp is authorised on the Seine and its associated ballastières/gravières in river valleys. Whether this specific plan d'eau is on the arrêté: check eure-peche.com for the current list. Source: eure-peche.com/3364-reglementation.htm Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Managed by AAPPMA locale (Eure). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Cour Jacques 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 Cour Jacques — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale (Eure). 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 (Eure)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de la Cour Jacques, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale (Eure) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de la Cour Jacques is 148 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
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