The 42-acre reservoir of Marais des Places sits within the Pas-de-Calais department of Hauts-de-France, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Marais des Places holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Marais des Places operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Marais des Places is just 64 miles from Calais — one of the most accessible venues in northern France for UK day-trippers and weekend anglers. Hauts-de-France is the closest French region to the UK — ideal for shorter fishing trips without a long drive.
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Marais des Places holds carp, pike, perch, 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 (AAPPMA locale du Pas-de-Calais) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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