Étang du Rouillard is a spacious 31-hectare gravel pit near Paris offering excellent day-session opportunities for carp, pike and tench in a peaceful Île-de-France setting. Bank fishing only and no night sessions, so you'll need to plan shorter trips or base yourself nearby—roughly 135 miles from Calais, it's ideal if you're exploring the northern French lakes region. You'll need a French fishing licence and must contact the local FDPPMA 95 to confirm current access and any permit requirements before your visit.
Night fishing at Étang du Rouillard is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Val-d'Oise is authorised on designated parcours per annual arrêté. Check the interactive map at federationpeche95.fr before fishing at night. Source: federationpeche95.fr
Required permits & cards: Val-d'Oise departmental card (EHGO).
Managed by FDPPMA 95 / Fédération Pêche Val-d'Oise. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang du Rouillard holds carp, pike, perch, zander, 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 du Rouillard — you will also need to be affiliated with FDPPMA 95 / Fédération Pêche Val-d'Oise. 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 95 / Fédération Pêche Val-d'Oise) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang du Rouillard, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDPPMA 95 / Fédération Pêche Val-d'Oise is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang du Rouillard is 135 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
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