Seine-et-Marne · Île-de-France · France · 114 acres (46 ha)
Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France 114 acres (46 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 197mi from Calais
About la Queue du Gourd
Formed by damming a river valley in Seine-et-Marne, la Queue du Gourd is a small public reservoir covering 46 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Île-de-France. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at la Queue du Gourd, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 197 miles from Calais, la Queue du Gourd is a popular destination for anglers exploring Île-de-France, the greater Paris region, with a surprising number of quality public fishing venues.
Department
Seine-et-Marne
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
114 acres (46 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
197 miles
Managed by
FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne
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la Queue du Gourd holds carp, 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 (FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is la Queue du Gourd?+
la Queue du Gourd covers 114 acres (46 ha) in Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at la Queue du Gourd?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at la Queue du Gourd?+
Night fishing at la Queue du Gourd is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at la Queue du Gourd?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at la Queue du Gourd under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is la Queue du Gourd from Calais?+
la Queue du Gourd is approximately 197 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish la Queue du Gourd?+
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 (FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne).
Fishing in Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France
Seine-et-Marne is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Île-de-France departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
