This 23-hectare gravel pit near Rouen delivers solid carp fishing in a quieter Normandy setting, perfect if you want to escape the crowds at more famous venues—pike and tench add variety for mixed sessions. Day fishing only and bank-only access keep it intimate, though you'll need to respect local AAPPMA regulations and secure a valid fishing permit beforehand. Located 111 miles from Calais, it's an easy drive from the ferry ports and ideal for a focused long weekend trip.
Night fishing at Sablière 1 du Haridon is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Seine-Maritime requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Check peche76.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: peche76.fr
Required permits & cards: Seine-Maritime departmental card.
Managed by AAPPMA locale (Seine-Maritime). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Sablière 1 du Haridon 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 Sablière 1 du Haridon — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale (Seine-Maritime). 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 (Seine-Maritime)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Sablière 1 du Haridon, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale (Seine-Maritime) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Sablière 1 du Haridon is 111 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
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