Yvelines · Île-de-France · France · 3 acres (1 ha)
Yvelines, Île-de-France 3 acres (1 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Rigole des Clayes
Rigole des Clayes is a lowland lake situated in the Yvelines department of Île-de-France, offering accessible fishing opportunities in the heart of the Paris region. This peaceful water is well-suited for anglers seeking common freshwater species in a convenient, suburban setting.
Department
Yvelines
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Water
Size
3 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
AAPPMA de Bois-d'Arcy
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Rigole des Clayes
Night fishing at Rigole des Clayes is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 78 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Rigole des Clayes.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Rigole des Clayes under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by AAPPMA de Bois-d'Arcy. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Rigole des Clayes holds common carp, crucian carp, roach, perch, pike, tench, bream.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Rigole des Clayes — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Bois-d'Arcy. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Rigole des Clayes covers 3 acres (1 ha) in Yvelines, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Rigole des Clayes?+
The water holds common carp, crucian carp, roach, perch, pike, tench, bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Rigole des Clayes?+
Night fishing at Rigole des Clayes is subject to local rules. Dept 78 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Rigole des Clayes?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Rigole des Clayes under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Rigole des Clayes?+
Boats are not permitted at Rigole des Clayes. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Rigole des Clayes?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA de Bois-d'Arcy). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Rigole des Clayes
To fish Rigole des Clayes, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Bois-d'Arcy is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
