Plan d'Eau 1 du Frêne is a compact 5.4-hectare gravel pit in Oise, roughly 108 miles south of Calais, offering solid day-only carp fishing with pike and tench in the mix. Bank fishing only, so it suits anglers who prefer a more intimate, walk-in venue rather than a sprawling lake. You'll need to contact AAPPMA locale de l'Oise for day permits—this is a genuine French public water, so expect the usual paperwork and nominal fees.
Plan d'Eau 1 du Frêne is just 108 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.
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau 1 du Frêne is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Oise: the entire Domaine Public Fluvial (rivers/canals) is authorised. For étangs not connected to DPF, check if specifically listed on the 2026 arrêté. Federation étangs at Vieux Moulin (Saint-Pierre, Rouillie, Étot) are confirmed with €20 annual option. Étang de l'Évêché (Pont-Sainte-Maxence) confirmed with €30 AAPPMA option. Verify this specific lake at peche60.fr/1337-les-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm. Source: peche60.fr/1337-les-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Plan d'Eau 1 du Frêne under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA locale de l'Oise. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Plan d'Eau 1 du Frêne 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 Plan d'Eau 1 du Frêne — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale de l'Oise. 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 (AAPPMA locale de l'Oise) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Plan d'Eau 1 du Frêne, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale de l'Oise is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Plan d'Eau 1 du Frêne is 108 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
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