Seine-et-Marne · Île-de-France · France · 35 acres (14 ha)
Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France 35 acres (14 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Bivvy permitted 145mi from Calais
About le Lavoir de Jaignes
le Lavoir de Jaignes is a worked-out gravel pit in Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France, now a small public fishing venue covering 14 hectares. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at le Lavoir de Jaignes is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
le Lavoir de Jaignes is just 145 miles from Calais — one of the most accessible venues in northern France for UK day-trippers and weekend anglers. Île-de-France is the greater Paris region, with a surprising number of quality public fishing venues.
Department
Seine-et-Marne
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
35 acres (14 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
145 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA La Gaule de la Marne / FDPPMA 77
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA La Gaule de la Marne / FDPPMA 77) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is le Lavoir de Jaignes?+
le Lavoir de Jaignes covers 35 acres (14 ha) in Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at le Lavoir de Jaignes?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at le Lavoir de Jaignes?+
Night fishing at le Lavoir de Jaignes is not permitted. Trout-focused (1st Cat).
Are bivvies allowed at le Lavoir de Jaignes?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at le Lavoir de Jaignes under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is le Lavoir de Jaignes from Calais?+
le Lavoir de Jaignes is approximately 145 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish le Lavoir de Jaignes?+
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 La Gaule de la Marne / FDPPMA 77).
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.
