Aisne · Hauts-de-France · France · 82 acres (33 ha)
Aisne, Hauts-de-France 82 acres (33 ha) Lake Night fishing Bivvy permitted 112mi from Calais
About Grand Étang de la Blanche
Set in the Aisne department of Hauts-de-France, Grand Étang de la Blanche is a small natural lake of 33 hectares that offers accessible public fishing. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
For UK carp anglers, night fishing at Grand Étang de la Blanche is allowed: Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Aisne.. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 112 miles from Calais, Grand Étang de la Blanche is within easy reach for visiting anglers. Hauts-de-France is the closest French region to the UK — ideal for shorter fishing trips without a long drive.
Department
Aisne
Region
Hauts-de-France
Water Type
Lake
Size
82 acres (33 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
112 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de l'Aisne
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Grand Étang de la Blanche holds carp, pike, perch, bream, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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Grand Étang de la Blanche covers 82 acres (33 ha) in Aisne, Hauts-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Grand Étang de la Blanche?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Bream, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Grand Étang de la Blanche?+
Night fishing at Grand Étang de la Blanche is permitted. Night carp fishing permitted. Confirm with AAPPMA de l'Aisne..
Are bivvies allowed at Grand Étang de la Blanche?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Grand Étang de la Blanche under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Grand Étang de la Blanche from Calais?+
Grand Étang de la Blanche is approximately 112 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Grand Étang de la Blanche?+
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 de l'Aisne).
Fishing in Aisne, Hauts-de-France
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