Eure, Normandie 10 acres (4 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted 115mi from Calais
About Plan d'Eau de l'Épine Jeannot
Plan d'Eau de l'Épine Jeannot is a intimate public water in the Eure department of Normandie, France. The fishery holds Pike, Perch and Tench.
Fishing at Plan d'Eau de l'Épine Jeannot is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Plan d'Eau de l'Épine Jeannot is just 115 miles from Calais — one of the most accessible venues in northern France for UK day-trippers and weekend anglers. Normandie is one of the closest French regions to the UK, making it particularly accessible for shorter fishing trips.
Current Water Conditions
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Department
Eure
Region
Normandie
Water Type
Water
Size
10 acres (4 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
115 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA locale (Eure)
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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 (Eure)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Plan d'Eau de l'Épine Jeannot?+
Plan d'Eau de l'Épine Jeannot covers 10 acres (4 ha) in Eure, Normandie, France.
What fish can I catch at Plan d'Eau de l'Épine Jeannot?+
The water holds Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Plan d'Eau de l'Épine Jeannot?+
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau de l'Épine Jeannot is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Plan d'Eau de l'Épine Jeannot?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Plan d'Eau de l'Épine Jeannot under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Plan d'Eau de l'Épine Jeannot from Calais?+
Plan d'Eau de l'Épine Jeannot is approximately 115 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Plan d'Eau de l'Épine Jeannot?+
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 locale (Eure)).
Fishing in Eure, Normandie
Eure 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.
