Plan d'Eau 2 des Malassis is an 11.6-hectare reservoir near Paris offering solid carp and tench fishing in a peaceful, intimate setting ideal for bank anglers seeking a quieter alternative to busier French venues. Day fishing only, so plan accordingly, though the compact size rewards thorough exploration of marginal features and deeper zones. You'll need an AAPPMA permit from Fédération Pêche Yvelines (78) and a French fishing licence to fish here.
At 156 miles from Calais, Plan d'Eau 2 des Malassis is a popular destination for anglers exploring Île-de-France, the greater Paris region, with a surprising number of quality public fishing venues.
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau 2 des Malassis is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Yvelines is authorised on specific designated parcours per annual arrêté. Check the interactive map at federationpeche78.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: federationpeche78.fr
Managed by FDPPMA 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Plan d'Eau 2 des Malassis 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 2 des Malassis — you will also need to be affiliated with FDPPMA 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines. 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 (FDPPMA 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Plan d'Eau 2 des Malassis, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDPPMA 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Plan d'Eau 2 des Malassis is 156 miles from Calais, around 3 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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