Seine-et-Marne · Île-de-France · France · 60 acres (24 ha)
Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France 60 acres (24 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing 186mi from Calais
About Fishing at Étang de la Souricière
Étang de la Souricière is a solid 24-hectare gravel pit near Paris offering quality carp alongside pike and tench in a classic French working landscape. Bank fishing only with daytime-only restrictions, so it suits anglers who prefer a more relaxed schedule without the night-fishing intensity of specialist venues. About 3 hours from Calais, it's a manageable addition to a broader French trip — grab your AAPPMA permit from Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne (FDPPMA 77) before you fish.
Department
Seine-et-Marne
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
60 acres (24 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Unknown
From Calais
186 miles
Managed by
FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang de la Souricière
Night fishing at Étang de la Souricière is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Seine-et-Marne requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. The full list is only available via the interactive map at federationpeche77.fr/4266-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. Source: federationpeche77.fr/4266-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm
Required permits & cards: Seine-et-Marne card or EHGO.
Managed by FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Souricière holds carp, pike, perch, tench, bream. 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 Souricière — you will also need to be affiliated with FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne. 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 (FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de la Souricière?+
Étang de la Souricière covers 60 acres (24 ha) in Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France, France. The lake is a former gravel extraction site now open as a public coarse fishery.
What fish can I catch at Étang de la Souricière?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de la Souricière?+
Night fishing at Étang de la Souricière is subject to local rules. Night carp in Seine-et-Marne requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. The full list is only available via the interactive map at federationpeche77.fr/4266-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. Source: federationpeche77.fr/4266-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de la Souricière?+
Bivvy camping restrictions apply at Étang de la Souricière. Full details including any overnight exemptions are available to PiscaMaps members.
Are boats allowed at Étang de la Souricière?+
Boat use is restricted at Étang de la Souricière. No specific rules found.
How far is Étang de la Souricière from Calais?+
Étang de la Souricière is approximately 186 miles from Calais by road. One of the more accessible venues in northern France for UK anglers.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de la Souricière?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang de la Souricière
To fish Étang de la Souricière, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de la Souricière is 186 miles from Calais, around 3 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
