This intimate 8.3-hectare gravel pit near Reims offers solid bank fishing for carp and pike in a quieter setting than France's busier destinations. Day-only fishing means you'll need to plan shorter sessions, but the mix of carp, tench and perch keeps things interesting across the seasons. You'll need an AAPPMA permit from the local Marne federation and should contact them ahead to confirm current access arrangements.
At 200 miles from Calais, Gravière 1 du Chemin de Norrois 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.
Night fishing at Gravière 1 du Chemin de Norrois is authorised under Marne regulations. Night carp confirmed year-round (1 Jan–31 Dec) in the Marne on 2nd category public domain waters. Immediate release mandatory — no retention of night-caught carp. Vegetable baits, boilies and seed imitations only. Campsite signalling (non-green/red light) required. Source: peche51.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Gravière 1 du Chemin de Norrois under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA locale Marne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Gravière 1 du Chemin de Norrois holds carp, pike, perch, 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 Gravière 1 du Chemin de Norrois — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale Marne. 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 (AAPPMA locale Marne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Gravière 1 du Chemin de Norrois, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale Marne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Gravière 1 du Chemin de Norrois is 200 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
Night fishing is permitted at Gravière 1 du Chemin de Norrois — always check the current rules with AAPPMA locale Marne before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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