How big is Étangs du Pâquis?

Étangs du Pâquis covers 13 acres (5 ha) in Vosges, Grand Est, France.

What fish can I catch at Étangs du Pâquis?

The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.

Is night fishing allowed at Étangs du Pâquis?

Night fishing at Étangs du Pâquis is not permitted. Day fishing only.

Are bivvies allowed at Étangs du Pâquis?

Bivvy camping is permitted at Étangs du Pâquis under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.

How far is Étangs du Pâquis from Calais?

Étangs du Pâquis is approximately 264 miles from Calais by road.

Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étangs du Pâquis?

Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA locale Vosges).

Étangs du Pâquis, Vosges, France

Name: Étangs du Pâquis
Address: Vosges, FR

Vosges, Grand Est 13 acres (5 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Bivvy permitted 264mi from Calais

About Étangs du Pâquis

Converted from gravel extraction, Étangs du Pâquis is a intimate public gravel pit in Vosges, Grand Est, covering 5 hectares of productive coarse fishing water. Étangs du Pâquis holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.

Étangs du Pâquis 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.

At 264 miles from Calais, Étangs du Pâquis is a popular destination for anglers exploring Grand Est, a region bordering Germany and Luxembourg, popular with UK anglers for its proximity and excellent lake fishing.

Department

Vosges

Region

Grand Est

Water Type

Gravel pit

Size

13 acres (5 ha)

Night Fishing

Not permitted

Boats

Not allowed

From Calais

264 miles

Managed by

AAPPMA locale Vosges

Fish Species at Étangs du Pâquis

Étangs du Pâquis holds carp, pike, perch, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.

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Fishing Season & Rules

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 locale Vosges) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is Étangs du Pâquis?+

Étangs du Pâquis covers 13 acres (5 ha) in Vosges, Grand Est, France.
What fish can I catch at Étangs du Pâquis?+

The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étangs du Pâquis?+

Night fishing at Étangs du Pâquis is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étangs du Pâquis?+

Bivvy camping is permitted at Étangs du Pâquis under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étangs du Pâquis from Calais?+

Étangs du Pâquis is approximately 264 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étangs du Pâquis?+

Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA locale Vosges).

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