Petit Étang is an intimate 6.7-hectare gravel pit in eastern France (250 miles from Calais) offering solid carp fishing in a quieter setting away from busier waters. Bank fishing only with day-only access keeps pressure light, making this ideal if you're after a peaceful session targeting carp, pike, and tench. You'll need an AAPPMA day licence or annual permit from the Meurthe-et-Moselle federation to fish.
Night fishing at Petit Étang is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Meurthe-et-Moselle is authorised 1 April–31 October on specific designated parcours. CPMA timbre (fishing licence) mandatory for night carp. Check the arrêté préfectoral at peche-54.fr/469-peche-de-la-carpe-de-nuit.htm for the full list. Source: peche-54.fr/469-peche-de-la-carpe-de-nuit.htm
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Petit Étang under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by Fédération de Meurthe-et-Moselle (FDAAPPMA 54). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Petit Étang holds carp, pike, perch, tench. 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 Petit Étang — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Meurthe-et-Moselle (FDAAPPMA 54). 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 (Fédération de Meurthe-et-Moselle (FDAAPPMA 54)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Petit Étang, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Meurthe-et-Moselle (FDAAPPMA 54) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Petit Étang is 250 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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