Somme · Hauts-de-France · France · 109 acres (44 ha)
Somme, Hauts-de-France 109 acres (44 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 68mi from Calais
About le Marais de Gousseauville
le Marais de Gousseauville is a small public reservoir in the Somme department of Hauts-de-France, covering 44 hectares (109-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at le Marais de Gousseauville is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 68 miles from Calais, le Marais de Gousseauville is within easy reach for visiting anglers. Hauts-de-France is the closest French region to the UK — ideal for shorter fishing trips without a long drive.
Department
Somme
Region
Hauts-de-France
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
109 acres (44 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
68 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA locale de la Somme
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le Marais de Gousseauville 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 (AAPPMA locale de la Somme) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is le Marais de Gousseauville?+
le Marais de Gousseauville covers 109 acres (44 ha) in Somme, Hauts-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at le Marais de Gousseauville?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at le Marais de Gousseauville?+
Night fishing at le Marais de Gousseauville is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at le Marais de Gousseauville?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at le Marais de Gousseauville under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is le Marais de Gousseauville from Calais?+
le Marais de Gousseauville is approximately 68 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish le Marais de Gousseauville?+
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 de la Somme).
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