Seine-et-Marne · Île-de-France · France · 13 acres (5 ha)
Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France 13 acres (5 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Bivvy permitted 144mi from Calais
About Étang de la Fraissière
Former extraction workings in Seine-et-Marne have left Étang de la Fraissière as a intimate gravel pit fishery of 5 hectares, popular with coarse anglers in Île-de-France. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Étang de la Fraissière, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 144 miles from Calais, Étang de la Fraissière is within easy reach for visiting anglers. Île-de-France is the greater Paris region, with a surprising number of quality public fishing venues.
Department
Seine-et-Marne
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
13 acres (5 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
144 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA La Gaule de la Marne / FDPPMA 77
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Étang de la Fraissière holds carp, pike, perch, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de la Fraissière?+
Étang de la Fraissière covers 13 acres (5 ha) in Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de la Fraissière?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de la Fraissière?+
Night fishing at Étang de la Fraissière is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de la Fraissière?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de la Fraissière under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de la Fraissière from Calais?+
Étang de la Fraissière is approximately 144 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de la Fraissière?+
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 (AAPPMA La Gaule de la Marne / FDPPMA 77).
Fishing in Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France
Seine-et-Marne 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.
