Seine-et-Marne · Île-de-France · France · 214 acres (87 ha)
Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France 214 acres (87 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Bivvy permitted 148mi from Calais
About Plan d'Eau 1 de la Commune de Vaires-sur-Marne
Plan d'Eau 1 de la Commune de Vaires-sur-Marne is a worked-out gravel pit in Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France, now a medium-sized public fishing venue covering 87 hectares. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Plan d'Eau 1 de la Commune de Vaires-sur-Marne is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Plan d'Eau 1 de la Commune de Vaires-sur-Marne is just 148 miles from Calais — one of the most accessible venues in northern France for UK day-trippers and weekend anglers. Île-de-France is the greater Paris region, with a surprising number of quality public fishing venues.
Department
Seine-et-Marne
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
214 acres (87 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
148 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA La Gaule de la Marne / FDPPMA 77
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Fish Species at Plan d'Eau 1 de la Commune de Vaires-sur-Marne
Plan d'Eau 1 de la Commune de Vaires-sur-Marne holds carp, pike, perch, zander, 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 La Gaule de la Marne / FDPPMA 77) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Plan d'Eau 1 de la Commune de Vaires-sur-Marne?+
Plan d'Eau 1 de la Commune de Vaires-sur-Marne covers 214 acres (87 ha) in Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Plan d'Eau 1 de la Commune de Vaires-sur-Marne?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Plan d'Eau 1 de la Commune de Vaires-sur-Marne?+
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau 1 de la Commune de Vaires-sur-Marne is not permitted. Nautical Olympic Base.
Are bivvies allowed at Plan d'Eau 1 de la Commune de Vaires-sur-Marne?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Plan d'Eau 1 de la Commune de Vaires-sur-Marne under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Plan d'Eau 1 de la Commune de Vaires-sur-Marne from Calais?+
Plan d'Eau 1 de la Commune de Vaires-sur-Marne is approximately 148 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Plan d'Eau 1 de la Commune de Vaires-sur-Marne?+
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 La Gaule de la Marne / FDPPMA 77).
Fishing in Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France
Seine-et-Marne is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Île-de-France departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
