Aisne · Hauts-de-France · France · 19 acres (8 ha)
Aisne, Hauts-de-France 19 acres (8 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Bivvy permitted 129mi from Calais
About Sablière 1 de le Grand
Sablière 1 de le Grand is a worked-out gravel pit in Aisne, Hauts-de-France, now a intimate public fishing venue covering 8 hectares. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Sablière 1 de le Grand is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 129 miles from Calais, Sablière 1 de le Grand is within easy reach for visiting anglers. Hauts-de-France is the closest French region to the UK — ideal for shorter fishing trips without a long drive.
Department
Aisne
Region
Hauts-de-France
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
19 acres (8 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
129 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA locale Aisne
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Sablière 1 de le Grand 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 Aisne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Sablière 1 de le Grand?+
Sablière 1 de le Grand covers 19 acres (8 ha) in Aisne, Hauts-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Sablière 1 de le Grand?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Sablière 1 de le Grand?+
Night fishing at Sablière 1 de le Grand is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Sablière 1 de le Grand?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Sablière 1 de le Grand under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Sablière 1 de le Grand from Calais?+
Sablière 1 de le Grand is approximately 129 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Sablière 1 de le Grand?+
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 Aisne).
Fishing in Aisne, Hauts-de-France
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