Étang des Vingtaines is a modest 10-hectare reservoir near Paris offering genuine French carp fishing in a quiet, intimate setting—ideal if you're seeking something smaller and less pressured than the famous commercials further south. Day-fishing only from the bank keeps it peaceful, with decent populations of carp alongside pike and tench for variety. You'll need an AAPPMA day ticket from the local Yvelines federation and roughly 2.5 hours from Calais, making it a useful stop en route to larger venues rather than a dedicated trip.
Night fishing at Étang des Vingtaines is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Yvelines is authorised on specific designated parcours per annual arrêté. Check the interactive map at federationpeche78.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: federationpeche78.fr
Managed by FDPPMA 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang des Vingtaines holds carp, pike, perch, tench. 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 des Vingtaines — you will also need to be affiliated with FDPPMA 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines. 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 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang des Vingtaines, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDPPMA 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang des Vingtaines is 145 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
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