Seine-et-Marne · Île-de-France · France · 188 acres (76 ha)
Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France 188 acres (76 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Bivvy permitted 146mi from Calais
About Grand Lac
Grand Lac is a worked-out gravel pit in Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France, now a medium-sized public fishing venue covering 76 hectares. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Grand Lac is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 146 miles from Calais, Grand Lac is within easy reach for visiting anglers. Île-de-France is the greater Paris region, with a surprising number of quality public fishing venues.
Department
Seine-et-Marne
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
188 acres (76 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
146 miles
Managed by
FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne
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Grand Lac holds carp, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Grand Lac?+
Grand Lac covers 188 acres (76 ha) in Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Grand Lac?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Grand Lac?+
Night fishing at Grand Lac is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Grand Lac?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Grand Lac under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Grand Lac from Calais?+
Grand Lac is approximately 146 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Grand Lac?+
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 (FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne).
Fishing in Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France
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