Yvelines · Île-de-France · France · 14 acres (6 ha)
Yvelines, Île-de-France 14 acres (6 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Bivvy permitted 143mi from Calais
About Gravière 3 de la Vallée Carrière
Former extraction workings in Yvelines have left Gravière 3 de la Vallée Carrière as a intimate gravel pit fishery of 6 hectares, popular with coarse anglers in Île-de-France. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Gravière 3 de la Vallée Carrière, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 143 miles from Calais, Gravière 3 de la Vallée Carrière 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
Yvelines
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
14 acres (6 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
143 miles
Managed by
FDPPMA 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines
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Gravière 3 de la Vallée Carrière holds carp, pike, perch, tench. 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 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Gravière 3 de la Vallée Carrière?+
Gravière 3 de la Vallée Carrière covers 14 acres (6 ha) in Yvelines, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Gravière 3 de la Vallée Carrière?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Gravière 3 de la Vallée Carrière?+
Night fishing at Gravière 3 de la Vallée Carrière is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Gravière 3 de la Vallée Carrière?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Gravière 3 de la Vallée Carrière under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Gravière 3 de la Vallée Carrière from Calais?+
Gravière 3 de la Vallée Carrière is approximately 143 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Gravière 3 de la Vallée Carrière?+
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 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines).
Fishing in Yvelines, Île-de-France
Yvelines is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Île-de-France departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
