Eure, Normandie 13 acres (5 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Bivvy permitted 138mi from Calais
About Plan d'Eau de la Croix Marthe
Plan d'Eau de la Croix Marthe is a worked-out gravel pit in Eure, Normandie, now a intimate public fishing venue covering 5 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 Croix Marthe is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 138 miles from Calais, Plan d'Eau de la Croix Marthe 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
Eure
Region
Normandie
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
13 acres (5 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
138 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA locale (Eure)
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Plan d'Eau de la Croix Marthe 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 (Eure)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Plan d'Eau de la Croix Marthe?+
Plan d'Eau de la Croix Marthe covers 13 acres (5 ha) in Eure, Normandie, France.
What fish can I catch at Plan d'Eau de la Croix Marthe?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Plan d'Eau de la Croix Marthe?+
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau de la Croix Marthe is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Plan d'Eau de la Croix Marthe?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Plan d'Eau de la Croix Marthe under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Plan d'Eau de la Croix Marthe from Calais?+
Plan d'Eau de la Croix Marthe is approximately 138 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Plan d'Eau de la Croix Marthe?+
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.
