This intimate 6.8-hectare gravel pit near Évreux offers solid carp fishing in a peaceful Normandy setting, with pike and tench adding variety to your session. Day fishing only means you'll need to plan shorter trips, but the bank-only access and smaller scale make it perfect for anglers seeking a quieter alternative to busier French venues—roughly 2.5 hours from Calais. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and must register with the local AAPPMA (Eure) before fishing.
Night fishing at Gravière de la Montagnette is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Eure night carp is authorised on the Seine and its associated ballastières/gravières in river valleys. Whether this specific plan d'eau is on the arrêté: check eure-peche.com for the current list. Source: eure-peche.com/3364-reglementation.htm Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Gravière de la Montagnette under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA locale (Eure). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Gravière de la Montagnette 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 de la Montagnette — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale (Eure). 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 (Eure)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Gravière de la Montagnette, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale (Eure) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Gravière de la Montagnette is 146 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
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