Seine-Maritime · Normandie · France · 31 acres (12 ha)
Seine-Maritime, Normandie 31 acres (12 ha) Reservoir Night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 81mi from Calais
About Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Arques-la-Bataille
Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Arques-la-Bataille is a small public reservoir in the Seine-Maritime department of Normandie, covering 12 hectares (31-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Night fishing is permitted at Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Arques-la-Bataille — Federal Night Zone. Regarding boats: Float-tube only (Zones). Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 81 miles from Calais, Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Arques-la-Bataille is within easy reach for visiting anglers. Normandie is one of the closest French regions to the UK, making it particularly accessible for shorter fishing trips.
Department
Seine-Maritime
Region
Normandie
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
31 acres (12 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
81 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Dieppe
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Fish Species at Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Arques-la-Bataille
Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Arques-la-Bataille holds carp, pike, perch, tench. 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 de Dieppe) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Arques-la-Bataille?+
Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Arques-la-Bataille covers 31 acres (12 ha) in Seine-Maritime, Normandie, France.
What fish can I catch at Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Arques-la-Bataille?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Arques-la-Bataille?+
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Arques-la-Bataille is permitted. Federal Night Zone.
Are bivvies allowed at Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Arques-la-Bataille?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Arques-la-Bataille under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Arques-la-Bataille from Calais?+
Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Arques-la-Bataille is approximately 81 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Arques-la-Bataille?+
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 de Dieppe).
Fishing in Seine-Maritime, Normandie
Seine-Maritime is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Normandie departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
