Le Saussis is an intimate 6.3-hectare gravel pit in Meurthe-et-Moselle offering solid carp prospects alongside pike and tench in a quiet, low-pressure setting—ideal if you want to escape the busier French venues. Bank fishing only and strictly day-only, so plan your sessions accordingly; the lake sits about 240 miles southeast of Calais. You'll need an AAPPMA day ticket from the local Meurthe-et-Moselle federation before fishing.
le Saussis lies 240 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Grand Est, a region bordering Germany and Luxembourg, popular with UK anglers for its proximity and excellent lake fishing.
Night fishing at le Saussis is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Meurthe-et-Moselle is authorised 1 April–31 October on specific designated parcours. CPMA timbre (fishing licence) mandatory for night carp. Check the arrêté préfectoral at peche-54.fr/469-peche-de-la-carpe-de-nuit.htm for the full list. Source: peche-54.fr/469-peche-de-la-carpe-de-nuit.htm
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at le Saussis under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA locale Meurthe-et-Moselle. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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le Saussis 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 le Saussis — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale Meurthe-et-Moselle. 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 locale Meurthe-et-Moselle) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish le Saussis, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale Meurthe-et-Moselle is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. le Saussis is 240 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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