Former extraction workings in Meurthe-et-Moselle have left Gravière la Grande Saussaie as a medium-sized gravel pit fishery of 53 hectares, popular with coarse anglers in Grand Est. Species include Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
For UK carp anglers, night fishing at Gravière la Grande Saussaie is allowed: Private No-Kill. Mandatory booking. Regarding boats: Boat/Zodiac allowed (Gilet mandatory). Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 252 miles from Calais, Gravière la Grande Saussaie 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.
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Gravière la Grande Saussaie holds carp, catfish, 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 (AAPPMA locale Meurthe-et-Moselle) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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