Yvelines · Île-de-France · France · 68 acres (27 ha)
Yvelines, Île-de-France 68 acres (27 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 137mi from Calais
About Plan d'Eau de la Commune d'Épone
Formed by damming a river valley in Yvelines, Plan d'Eau de la Commune d'Épone is a small public reservoir covering 27 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Île-de-France. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Plan d'Eau de la Commune d'Épone, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Plan d'Eau de la Commune d'Épone is just 137 miles from Calais — one of the most accessible venues in northern France for UK day-trippers and weekend anglers. Île-de-France is the greater Paris region, with a surprising number of quality public fishing venues.
Department
Yvelines
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
68 acres (27 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
137 miles
Managed by
FDPPMA 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines
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Plan d'Eau de la Commune d'Épone holds carp, pike, perch, tench, bream. 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 (FDPPMA 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Plan d'Eau de la Commune d'Épone?+
Plan d'Eau de la Commune d'Épone covers 68 acres (27 ha) in Yvelines, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Plan d'Eau de la Commune d'Épone?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Plan d'Eau de la Commune d'Épone?+
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau de la Commune d'Épone is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Plan d'Eau de la Commune d'Épone?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Plan d'Eau de la Commune d'Épone under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Plan d'Eau de la Commune d'Épone from Calais?+
Plan d'Eau de la Commune d'Épone is approximately 137 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Plan d'Eau de la Commune d'Épone?+
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 (FDPPMA 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines).
Fishing in Yvelines, Île-de-France
Yvelines is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Île-de-France departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
