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This 30-hectare natural lake near Paris delivers solid carp alongside pike and bream, with the real appeal being unrestricted night fishing — perfect for UK anglers wanting round-the-clock sessions in a quieter setting than the heavily-trafficked southern lakes. Bank fishing only keeps it intimate, though at 188 miles from Calais it suits anglers combining this with other Île-de-France venues. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA day card from the Seine-et-Marne federation.
Night fishing at Étangs Fédéraux d'Épisy-La Genevraye is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Seine-et-Marne requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. The full list is only available via the interactive map at federationpeche77.fr/4266-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. Source: federationpeche77.fr/4266-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étangs Fédéraux d'Épisy-La Genevraye.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étangs Fédéraux d'Épisy-La Genevraye under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche de Seine-et-Marne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
Étangs Fédéraux d'Épisy-La Genevraye holds carp, pike, perch, bream, 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 Étangs Fédéraux d'Épisy-La Genevraye — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche de Seine-et-Marne. Licences are available online before your trip.
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France is the closest mainland European fishing destination for UK anglers. The Channel Tunnel (Folkestone–Calais, ~35 min) is the fastest crossing, while P&O Ferries (Dover–Calais, ~90 min) offer good value for heavy kit. Most northern French venues are within 2–4 hours of Calais; southern venues require a full day of driving.
A Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence) is required for all freshwater fishing. Buy online at cartedepeche.fr before you travel. Annual, weekly and daily options are available and include your AAPPMA affiliation for the selected department.
To fish Étangs Fédéraux d'Épisy-La Genevraye, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche de Seine-et-Marne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étangs Fédéraux d'Épisy-La Genevraye is 188 miles from Calais, around 3 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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France offers outstanding fishing year-round. The main coarse close season applies to some rivers (typically January–March for certain species), but still-water carp fishing on private and AAPPMA-managed lakes is available throughout the year. Spring (March–June) is the classic French carp season, with fish actively feeding and moving into shallow margins. Summer nights (June–August) are ideal for big-fish sessions on the large public reservoirs and rivers. Autumn (September–November) is particularly productive on the Auvergne and Languedoc lakes as temperatures drop. The Loire and Saône river systems produce excellent catfish sport from June through September, while the Dordogne and its tributaries fish well for chub, barbel and trout from spring through autumn.
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