Seine-Maritime · Normandie · France · 7 acres (3 ha)
Seine-Maritime, Normandie 7 acres (3 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted 121mi from Calais
About la Petite Mare
In the Seine-Maritime department of Normandie, la Petite Mare is a intimate public water accessible to public fishing. Anglers can expect to encounter Pike, Perch and Tench.
la Petite Mare operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
la Petite Mare is just 121 miles from Calais — one of the most accessible venues in northern France for UK day-trippers and weekend anglers. Normandie is one of the closest French regions to the UK, making it particularly accessible for shorter fishing trips.
Department
Seine-Maritime
Region
Normandie
Water Type
Water
Size
7 acres (3 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
121 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA locale (Seine-Maritime)
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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 (Seine-Maritime)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is la Petite Mare?+
la Petite Mare covers 7 acres (3 ha) in Seine-Maritime, Normandie, France.
What fish can I catch at la Petite Mare?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at la Petite Mare?+
Night fishing at la Petite Mare is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at la Petite Mare?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at la Petite Mare under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is la Petite Mare from Calais?+
la Petite Mare is approximately 121 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish la Petite Mare?+
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 (AAPPMA locale (Seine-Maritime)).
Fishing in Seine-Maritime, Normandie
Seine-Maritime is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Normandie departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
