Seine-et-Marne · Île-de-France · France · 78 acres (32 ha)
Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France 78 acres (32 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Bivvy permitted 189mi from Calais
About le Vieux Champs des Îles
le Vieux Champs des Îles is a worked-out gravel pit in Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France, now a small public fishing venue covering 32 hectares. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at le Vieux Champs des Îles is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 189 miles from Calais, le Vieux Champs des Îles 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
Gravel pit
Size
78 acres (32 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
189 miles
Managed by
FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne
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le Vieux Champs des Îles 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 le Vieux Champs des Îles?+
le Vieux Champs des Îles covers 78 acres (32 ha) in Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at le Vieux Champs des Îles?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at le Vieux Champs des Îles?+
Night fishing at le Vieux Champs des Îles is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at le Vieux Champs des Îles?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at le Vieux Champs des Îles under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is le Vieux Champs des Îles from Calais?+
le Vieux Champs des Îles is approximately 189 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish le Vieux Champs des Îles?+
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
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