La Petite Rochère is an intimate 8.9-hectare gravel pit in Seine-et-Marne offering solid carp and tench fishing with the added bonus of pike and perch to keep things interesting. Just 148 miles from Calais, it's easily accessible for a weekend trip, though note it's day-fishing only so you'll need to plan your sessions accordingly. Bank fishing only, so lightweight kit and mobility are key — grab a day ticket through the AAPPMA La Gaule de la Marne and you're good to go.
Night fishing at la Petite Rochère is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Seine-et-Marne requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. The full list is only available via the interactive map at federationpeche77.fr/4266-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. Source: federationpeche77.fr/4266-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at la Petite Rochère under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA La Gaule de la Marne / FDPPMA 77. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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la Petite Rochère 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 la Petite Rochère — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA La Gaule de la Marne / FDPPMA 77. 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 La Gaule de la Marne / FDPPMA 77) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish la Petite Rochère, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA La Gaule de la Marne / FDPPMA 77 is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. la Petite Rochère is 148 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
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