Eure, Normandie 130 acres (53 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing 120mi from Calais
About Réserve Ornithologique de Grande Noë
Converted from gravel extraction, Réserve Ornithologique de Grande Noë is a medium-sized public gravel pit in Eure, Normandie, covering 53 hectares of productive coarse fishing water. Réserve Ornithologique de Grande Noë holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Réserve Ornithologique de Grande Noë operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only.
At 120 miles from Calais, Réserve Ornithologique de Grande Noë 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
130 acres (53 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
120 miles
Managed by
Réserve Ornithologique (LPO / Léry-Poses)
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Fish Species at Réserve Ornithologique de Grande Noë
Réserve Ornithologique de Grande Noë holds carp, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. 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 (Réserve Ornithologique (LPO / Léry-Poses)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Réserve Ornithologique de Grande Noë?+
Réserve Ornithologique de Grande Noë covers 130 acres (53 ha) in Eure, Normandie, France.
What fish can I catch at Réserve Ornithologique de Grande Noë?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Réserve Ornithologique de Grande Noë?+
Night fishing at Réserve Ornithologique de Grande Noë is not permitted. Strictly Nature Reserve.
Are bivvies allowed at Réserve Ornithologique de Grande Noë?+
Bivvy camping restrictions apply at Réserve Ornithologique de Grande Noë. Full details are available to PiscaMaps members.
How far is Réserve Ornithologique de Grande Noë from Calais?+
Réserve Ornithologique de Grande Noë is approximately 120 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Réserve Ornithologique de Grande Noë?+
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 (Réserve Ornithologique (LPO / Léry-Poses)).
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.
