Plan d'eau de la Maxe is a 71-hectare natural lake in Moselle offering solid carp fishing alongside pike, zander and bream — a quality mixed fishery that rewards exploration of different margins and depths. Night fishing is permitted here, giving you flexibility for extended sessions, though it's bank-only so positioning is key to accessing the best swims. Located 228 miles from Calais in the Grand Est region, this is a worthwhile destination if you're exploring eastern France; grab your AAPPMA de Moselle licence before you fish and check their latest night-fishing regulations, as these can shift seasonally.
Night fishing at Plan d'eau de la Maxe is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. In Moselle only three specific federation lakes have night carp authorisation: Étang du Bruch, Étang de Juville, and Étangs 2 & 3 de Uckange. All require an annual vignette supplement (€100/€50). All other Moselle waters: night fishing prohibited. Source: federationpeche57.fr/où-pêcher Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Plan d'eau de la Maxe.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Plan d'eau de la Maxe under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA de Moselle. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Plan d'eau de la Maxe holds carp, pike, perch, zander, bream, tench. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Plan d'eau de la Maxe — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Moselle. Licences are available online before your trip.
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To fish Plan d'eau de la Maxe, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Moselle is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Plan d'eau de la Maxe is 228 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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