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This massive 209-hectare reservoir near Arras is a serious destination for carp, pike and zander, offering plenty of space to explore from the bank and genuine wild-fish potential across its shallow bays and deeper channels. Day-only fishing means early starts, but the sheer size rewards thorough reconnaissance and patience. Located 50 miles south of Calais, you'll need your AAPPMA day ticket from the Fédération de Pêche du Pas-de-Calais (FDAAPPMA 62) — contact them in advance to confirm current access points and bank availability.
Foraines de Saint-Firmin is just 50 miles from Calais — one of the most accessible venues in northern France for UK day-trippers and weekend anglers. Hauts-de-France is the closest French region to the UK — ideal for shorter fishing trips without a long drive.
Night fishing at Foraines de Saint-Firmin is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Pas-de-Calais is authorised on specific federation plans d'eau. FREE online reservation required at resa.peche62.fr for federation night carp sites. Check peche62.fr/reglementation/specificites-especes/ for the full list. Source: peche62.fr
Boat fishing: Boat rules at Foraines de Saint-Firmin are unconfirmed — verify with the local AAPPMA. No specific rules found. Verify with local AAPPMA.
Required permits & cards: Pas-de-Calais departmental fishing card required.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche du Pas-de-Calais (FDAAPPMA 62). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
Foraines de Saint-Firmin holds carp, pike, perch, zander, 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 Foraines de Saint-Firmin — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche du Pas-de-Calais (FDAAPPMA 62). 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 (Fédération de Pêche du Pas-de-Calais (FDAAPPMA 62)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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 Foraines de Saint-Firmin, 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 du Pas-de-Calais (FDAAPPMA 62) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Foraines de Saint-Firmin is 50 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
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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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