Seine-Maritime · Normandie · France · 33 acres (13 ha)
Seine-Maritime, Normandie 33 acres (13 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Bivvy permitted 110mi from Calais
About Plan d'Eau de la Couture
Plan d'Eau de la Couture is a worked-out gravel pit in Seine-Maritime, Normandie, now a small public fishing venue covering 13 hectares. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Plan d'Eau de la Couture is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 110 miles from Calais, Plan d'Eau de la Couture is within easy reach for visiting anglers. Normandie is one of the closest French regions to the UK, making it particularly accessible for shorter fishing trips.
Department
Seine-Maritime
Region
Normandie
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
33 acres (13 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
110 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA locale (Seine-Maritime)
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Plan d'Eau de la Couture 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 (AAPPMA locale (Seine-Maritime)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Plan d'Eau de la Couture?+
Plan d'Eau de la Couture covers 33 acres (13 ha) in Seine-Maritime, Normandie, France.
What fish can I catch at Plan d'Eau de la Couture?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Plan d'Eau de la Couture?+
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau de la Couture is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Plan d'Eau de la Couture?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Plan d'Eau de la Couture under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Plan d'Eau de la Couture from Calais?+
Plan d'Eau de la Couture is approximately 110 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Plan d'Eau de la Couture?+
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 (Seine-Maritime)).
Fishing in Seine-Maritime, Normandie
Seine-Maritime 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.
