Yvelines · Île-de-France · France · 27 acres (11 ha)
Yvelines, Île-de-France 27 acres (11 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 163mi from Calais
About Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Maintenon
The 27-acre reservoir of Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Maintenon sits within the Yvelines department of Île-de-France, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Maintenon holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Maintenon operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Maintenon lies 163 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Île-de-France, the greater Paris region, with a surprising number of quality public fishing venues.
Department
Yvelines
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
27 acres (11 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
163 miles
Managed by
FDPPMA 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines
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Fish Species at Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Maintenon
Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Maintenon 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 (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 de Maintenon?+
Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Maintenon covers 27 acres (11 ha) in Yvelines, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Maintenon?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Maintenon?+
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Maintenon is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Maintenon?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Maintenon under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Maintenon from Calais?+
Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Maintenon is approximately 163 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Maintenon?+
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.
