Fishing at l'Eauette

About Fishing at l'Eauette

L'Eauette, Somme

This intimate 12-hectare reservoir near Amiens offers solid carp and tench fishing in a quieter setting, just 62 miles south of Calais—ideal for a weekend trip without the crowds of larger venues. Day-fishing only and bank access means you'll need to plan shorter sessions, but the mixed species (carp, pike, perch) keep things interesting. Pick up your AAPPMA Somme licence locally before fishing, as it's mandatory for all anglers.

Fish Species at l'Eauette

l'Eauette 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 l'Eauette — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale de la Somme. Licences are available online before your trip.

Fishing Season & Rules

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 de la Somme) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How big is l'Eauette?+
  l'Eauette covers 31 acres (12 ha) in Somme, Hauts-de-France, France. It is a public reservoir managed under the French AAPPMA system.
• What fish can I catch at l'Eauette?+
  The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
• Is night fishing allowed at l'Eauette?+
  Night fishing at l'Eauette is subject to local rules. Night carp in Somme requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Check federationpeche80.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: federationpeche80.fr Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
• Are bivvies allowed at l'Eauette?+
  Bivvy camping restrictions apply at l'Eauette. Full details including any overnight exemptions are available to PiscaMaps members.
• Are boats allowed at l'Eauette?+
  Boat use is restricted at l'Eauette. No specific rules found.
• How far is l'Eauette from Calais?+
  l'Eauette is approximately 62 miles from Calais by road. One of the more accessible venues in northern France for UK anglers.
• Do I need a French fishing licence to fish l'Eauette?+
  Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA locale de la Somme). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.

Planning a Trip to l'Eauette

To fish l'Eauette, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale de la Somme is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. l'Eauette is 62 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.

Somme is home to numerous public fishing venues. Browse all venues in Somme or explore all of Hauts-de-France.

Nearby Fishing Lakes

Other public fishing venues near l'Eauette on PiscaMaps:

• Étangs de la Chaussée du Câtelet, Somme
• Étang des Provisions, Somme
• Étang de Breilly, Somme
• Plan d'Eau 1 de la Commune de Neuville-Coppegueule, Somme
• Marais d'Hecquet, Somme
• Étang Saint-Ladre, Somme
• Étang du Gard, Somme
• Foraines de Saint-Firmin, Pas-de-Calais
• Étang Communal de Brimeux, Pas-de-Calais
• le Marais de Gousseauville, Somme
• Plan d'eau du 1, Somme
• Plan d'eau du 3 extérieur, Somme