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 189mi from Calais
About Fishing at le Vieux Champs des Îles
Le Vieux Champs des Îles
This 31-hectare gravel pit near Paris offers solid mixed fishing with a healthy carp population alongside pike, zander and tench across well-established features. Day-only fishing means you'll need to plan tight sessions from the bank, though the variety of species and accessible water makes it worth the 190-mile drive from Calais. You'll need a valid AAPPMA permit from FDPPMA 77 — pick one up locally or arrange in advance to avoid a wasted trip.
Department
Seine-et-Marne
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
78 acres (32 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Unknown
From Calais
189 miles
Managed by
FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne
Fishing Rules & Regulations — le Vieux Champs des Îles
Night fishing at le Vieux Champs des Îles is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Seine-et-Marne requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. The full list is only available via the interactive map at federationpeche77.fr/4266-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. Source: federationpeche77.fr/4266-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm
Required permits & cards: Seine-et-Marne card or EHGO.
Managed by FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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le Vieux Champs des Îles holds carp, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. 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 Vieux Champs des Îles — you will also need to be affiliated with FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne. 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 (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. The lake is a former gravel extraction site now open as a public coarse fishery.
What fish can I catch at le Vieux Champs des Îles?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at le Vieux Champs des Îles?+
Night fishing at le Vieux Champs des Îles is subject to local rules. Night carp in Seine-et-Marne requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. The full list is only available via the interactive map at federationpeche77.fr/4266-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. Source: federationpeche77.fr/4266-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at le Vieux Champs des Îles?+
Bivvy camping restrictions apply at le Vieux Champs des Îles. Full details including any overnight exemptions are available to PiscaMaps members.
Are boats allowed at le Vieux Champs des Îles?+
Boat use is restricted at le Vieux Champs des Îles. No specific rules found.
How far is le Vieux Champs des Îles from Calais?+
le Vieux Champs des Îles is approximately 189 miles from Calais by road. One of the more accessible venues in northern France for UK anglers.
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 (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to le Vieux Champs des Îles
To fish le Vieux Champs des Îles, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. le Vieux Champs des Îles is 189 miles from Calais, around 3 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
