Marais Verlaine is a lowland lake in the Pas-de-Calais region of Hauts-de-France, offering anglers access to classic northern French stillwater fishing in a peaceful wetland setting. This shallow, nutrient-rich water is ideal for targeting coarse fish species in an area known for its flat agricultural landscape and abundant natural habitats.
Night fishing at Marais Verlaine is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 62 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Marais Verlaine.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Marais Verlaine 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 Fédération de Pêche Pas-de-Calais. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Marais Verlaine 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 Verlaine — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Pas-de-Calais. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Marais Verlaine, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Pas-de-Calais is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
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