This intimate 1-hectare pond in Aube offers a peaceful day-fishing escape focused on pike, perch and tench rather than carp — perfect if you're exploring beyond the typical carp lakes. Set 202 miles south of Calais, it's bank-fishing only with no night sessions, making it ideal for a relaxed daytime session between larger venues. You'll need a day ticket from AAPPMA de Troyes and a valid French fishing licence to fish here.
At 202 miles from Calais, Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Payns is a popular destination for anglers exploring Grand Est, a region bordering Germany and Luxembourg, popular with UK anglers for its proximity and excellent lake fishing.
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Payns is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Aube's designated night carp venues are the 3 Forêt d'Orient lakes (Orient, Temple, Amance) on 10 specific bank parcours only. This lake is not on the authorised list. Source: fedepeche10.fr/pecher-dans-l-aube/reglementation-carpe-de-nuit-aube Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Payns under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA de Troyes. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Payns holds pike, perch, tench. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Payns — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Troyes. 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 de Troyes) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Payns, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Troyes is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Plan d'Eau 2 de la Commune de Payns is 202 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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