How big is les Ilottes?

les Ilottes covers 15 acres (6 ha) in Aube, Grand Est, France.

What fish can I catch at les Ilottes?

The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.

Is night fishing allowed at les Ilottes?

Night fishing at les Ilottes is not permitted. Day fishing only.

Are bivvies allowed at les Ilottes?

Bivvy camping is permitted at les Ilottes under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.

How far is les Ilottes from Calais?

les Ilottes is approximately 218 miles from Calais by road.

Do I need a French fishing licence to fish les Ilottes?

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 Aube).

les Ilottes, Aube, France

Name: les Ilottes
Address: Aube, FR

Aube, Grand Est 15 acres (6 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Bivvy permitted 218mi from Calais

About les Ilottes

les Ilottes is a worked-out gravel pit in Aube, Grand Est, now a intimate public fishing venue covering 6 hectares. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.

Fishing at les Ilottes is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.

At 218 miles from Calais, les Ilottes is a popular destination for anglers exploring Grand Est, a region bordering Germany and Luxembourg, popular with UK anglers for its proximity and excellent lake fishing.

Department

Aube

Region

Grand Est

Water Type

Gravel pit

Size

15 acres (6 ha)

Night Fishing

Not permitted

Boats

Not allowed

From Calais

218 miles

Managed by

AAPPMA locale Aube

Fish Species at les Ilottes

les Ilottes holds carp, pike, perch, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.

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Fishing Season & Rules

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 Aube) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is les Ilottes?+

les Ilottes covers 15 acres (6 ha) in Aube, Grand Est, France.
What fish can I catch at les Ilottes?+

The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at les Ilottes?+

Night fishing at les Ilottes is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at les Ilottes?+

Bivvy camping is permitted at les Ilottes under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is les Ilottes from Calais?+

les Ilottes is approximately 218 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish les Ilottes?+

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 Aube).

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