Gravière de la Cère is a compact 16-hectare gravel pit in Aisne offering solid carp and tench fishing from the bank, ideal for a focused weekend session around 135 miles south of Calais. Day fishing only, so plan accordingly—this intimate venue rewards early starts and demands precision rather than marathon sessions. You'll need an AAPPMA Aisne permit and a French fishing licence; check local access points before arrival as bank space is limited.
At 135 miles from Calais, Gravière de la Cère 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.
Night fishing at Gravière de la Cère is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Aisne's authorised night carp plans d'eau are: Lac de l'Ailette/Bièvre (Chamouille), Étangs du Canivet (Pommiers, n°1&2 only), Plan des Caurois (Viry-Noureuil, east half), Plan de la Frette (Tergnier), Vatroye (La Fère), Étang d'Artemps, Pierrepont communal ponds, and Oise river sections. Source: peche02.fr/3793-carpe-de-nuit.htm Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Managed by AAPPMA locale Aisne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Gravière de la Cère holds carp, pike, perch, tench, 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 Gravière de la Cère — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale Aisne. 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 Aisne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Gravière de la Cère, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale Aisne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Gravière de la Cère is 135 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
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