The 82-acre reservoir of Étang de Pourras sits within the Yvelines department of Île-de-France, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Étang de Pourras holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Étang de Pourras operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Étang de Pourras lies 155 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Île-de-France, the greater Paris region, with a surprising number of quality public fishing venues.
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Étang de Pourras 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 (AAPPMA Le Perray / FDPPMA 78) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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