Essonne · Île-de-France · France · 80 acres (32 ha)
Essonne, Île-de-France 80 acres (32 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 160mi from Calais
About Étang de la Justice
Étang de la Justice is a small public reservoir in the Essonne department of Île-de-France, covering 32 hectares (80-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Étang de la Justice is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 160 miles from Calais, Étang de la Justice is a popular destination for anglers exploring Île-de-France, the greater Paris region, with a surprising number of quality public fishing venues.
Department
Essonne
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
80 acres (32 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
160 miles
Managed by
FDPPMA 91 / Fédération Pêche Essonne
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Étang de la Justice holds carp, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. 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 (FDPPMA 91 / Fédération Pêche Essonne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de la Justice?+
Étang de la Justice covers 80 acres (32 ha) in Essonne, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de la Justice?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de la Justice?+
Night fishing at Étang de la Justice is not permitted. 2nd Category (Urban).
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de la Justice?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de la Justice under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de la Justice from Calais?+
Étang de la Justice is approximately 160 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de la Justice?+
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 91 / Fédération Pêche Essonne).
Fishing in Essonne, Île-de-France
Essonne 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.
