This intimate 16-hectare reservoir in Normandy offers quality carp fishing in a peaceful setting, roughly 2.5 hours from Calais, with healthy populations of carp alongside pike, tench and bream—ideal if you prefer a quieter, less-pressured venue. Day fishing only and bank access keeps things straightforward, though you'll want to pack accordingly for shorter sessions. You'll need to contact the local AAPPMA (Eure) to arrange access and obtain your fishing licence before your trip.
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau du Ménillet is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Eure night carp is authorised on the Seine and its associated ballastières/gravières in river valleys. Whether this specific plan d'eau is on the arrêté: check eure-peche.com for the current list. Source: eure-peche.com/3364-reglementation.htm Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Managed by AAPPMA locale (Eure). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Plan d'Eau du Ménillet holds carp, pike, perch, tench, bream. 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 du Ménillet — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale (Eure). Licences are available online before your trip.
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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.
To fish Plan d'Eau du Ménillet, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale (Eure) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Plan d'Eau du Ménillet is 154 miles from Calais, around 3 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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