Nord, Hauts-de-France 10 acres (4 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Marais du Bac
Marais du Bac is a lowland lake in France's northernmost Hauts-de-France region, offering anglers a classic flat-water fishing experience characteristic of the Nord's gentle waterways. This shallow wetland environment provides excellent opportunities for species adapted to still, nutrient-rich waters.
Department
Nord
Region
Hauts-de-France
Water Type
Water
Size
10 acres (4 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
AAPPMA de Fressies
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Marais du Bac
Night fishing at Marais du Bac is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 59 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Marais du Bac.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Marais du Bac under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by AAPPMA de Fressies. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Marais du Bac holds pike, perch, roach, bream, tench, carp, crucian carp, rudd. 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 Marais du Bac — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Fressies. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Marais du Bac covers 10 acres (4 ha) in Nord, Hauts-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Marais du Bac?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Roach, Bream, Tench, Carp, Crucian Carp, Rudd. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at Marais du Bac?+
Night fishing at Marais du Bac is subject to local rules. Dept 59 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Marais du Bac?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Marais du Bac under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Marais du Bac?+
Boats are not permitted at Marais du Bac. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Marais du Bac?+
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 (AAPPMA de Fressies). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Marais du Bac
To fish Marais du Bac, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Fressies is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
