Sablière 1 des Roussettes is a compact 6.3-hectare gravel pit in Yvelines offering solid carp fishing in an intimate, bank-only setting just 134 miles from Calais — ideal if you're seeking a quieter venue away from busier French pits. Day fishing only, so you'll need to plan sessions around daylight hours, but the mixed stock (carp, pike, perch and tench) keeps things interesting. You'll need a French fishing licence and AAPPMA membership from Fédération Pêche Yvelines (FDPPMA 78) to fish legally.
Night fishing at Sablière 1 des Roussettes is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Yvelines is authorised on specific designated parcours per annual arrêté. Check the interactive map at federationpeche78.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: federationpeche78.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Sablière 1 des Roussettes under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FDPPMA 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Sablière 1 des Roussettes holds carp, pike, perch, 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 Sablière 1 des Roussettes — you will also need to be affiliated with FDPPMA 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines. 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 (FDPPMA 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Sablière 1 des Roussettes, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDPPMA 78 / Fédération Pêche Yvelines is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Sablière 1 des Roussettes is 134 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
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