Seine-et-Marne · Île-de-France · France · 54 acres (22 ha)
Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France 54 acres (22 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing 188mi from Calais
About Fishing at les Forestières du Lac
Les Forestières du Lac
This 21-hectare gravel pit near Paris offers solid carp fishing in a peaceful setting, with good stocks of pike and perch adding variety to your session. Bank fishing only (no boats), day fishing from dawn to dusk, so plan shorter trips or combine with nearby venues—it's about 3 hours from Calais. You'll need a French fishing licence and AAPPMA card from the Seine-et-Marne federation (FDPPMA 77) before casting a line.
Department
Seine-et-Marne
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
54 acres (22 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Unknown
From Calais
188 miles
Managed by
FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne
Fishing Rules & Regulations — les Forestières du Lac
Night fishing at les Forestières du Lac 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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les Forestières du Lac holds carp, pike, perch, 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 les Forestières du Lac — 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 les Forestières du Lac?+
les Forestières du Lac covers 54 acres (22 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 les Forestières du Lac?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, 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 les Forestières du Lac?+
Night fishing at les Forestières du Lac 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 les Forestières du Lac?+
Bivvy camping restrictions apply at les Forestières du Lac. Full details including any overnight exemptions are available to PiscaMaps members.
Are boats allowed at les Forestières du Lac?+
Boat use is restricted at les Forestières du Lac. No specific rules found.
How far is les Forestières du Lac from Calais?+
les Forestières du Lac is approximately 188 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 les Forestières du Lac?+
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 les Forestières du Lac
To fish les Forestières du Lac, 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. les Forestières du Lac is 188 miles from Calais, around 3 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
