Val-d'Oise · Île-de-France · France · 113 acres (46 ha)
Val-d'Oise, Île-de-France 113 acres (46 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Bivvy permitted 135mi from Calais
About Étang de la Grosse Pierre
Former extraction workings in Val-d'Oise have left Étang de la Grosse Pierre as a small gravel pit fishery of 46 hectares, popular with coarse anglers in Île-de-France. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Étang de la Grosse Pierre, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 135 miles from Calais, Étang de la Grosse Pierre 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
Val-d'Oise
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
113 acres (46 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
135 miles
Managed by
FDPPMA 95 / Fédération Pêche Val-d'Oise
Interactive Map
Find every French public fishing venue in one place
Filter by species, size, night fishing, boats and bivvy. Find venues near Val-d'Oise and across all of France.
Étang de la Grosse Pierre holds carp, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
Full details available to PiscaMaps members
Join to unlock full rules, night sectors, access notes and local camping spots for Étang de la Grosse Pierre and over 4,000 French venues.
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 (FDPPMA 95 / Fédération Pêche Val-d'Oise) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de la Grosse Pierre?+
Étang de la Grosse Pierre covers 113 acres (46 ha) in Val-d'Oise, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de la Grosse Pierre?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de la Grosse Pierre?+
Night fishing at Étang de la Grosse Pierre is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de la Grosse Pierre?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de la Grosse Pierre under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de la Grosse Pierre from Calais?+
Étang de la Grosse Pierre is approximately 135 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de la Grosse Pierre?+
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 95 / Fédération Pêche Val-d'Oise).
Fishing in Val-d'Oise, Île-de-France
Val-d'Oise 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.
