Étang Laveyssière is a modest 25-hectare gravel pit in Essonne offering solid mixed fishing for carp, pike, tench and bream—ideal if you're seeking quieter, less-pressured water than the famous French lakes. Bank fishing only and no night sessions, so it suits anglers looking for daytime sessions with a gentler pace. You'll need to contact FDPPMA 91 to arrange access and obtain your local fishing permit (carte de pêche).
Étang Laveyssière lies 158 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.
Night fishing at Étang Laveyssière is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Essonne is authorised on designated parcours per annual arrêté. Check the interactive map at peche91.fr before fishing at night. Source: peche91.fr
Managed by FDPPMA 91 / Fédération Pêche Essonne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang Laveyssière 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 Laveyssière — you will also need to be affiliated with FDPPMA 91 / Fédération Pêche Essonne. 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 91 / Fédération Pêche Essonne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang Laveyssière, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDPPMA 91 / Fédération Pêche Essonne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang Laveyssière is 158 miles from Calais, around 3 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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