This intimate 11.8-hectare gravel pit near Reims holds a solid carp population alongside pike and tench, making it ideal for anglers seeking a quieter, less pressured French venue. Day fishing only and bank access only keep it exclusive and peaceful, though you'll need to plan your sessions carefully around daylight hours. You must obtain a permit from the local AAPPMA Marne and carry a French fishing licence—worth doing for such a gem just over 200 miles from Calais.
Night fishing at Sablière des Longues Viornes is authorised under Marne regulations. Night carp confirmed year-round (1 Jan–31 Dec) in the Marne on 2nd category public domain waters. Immediate release mandatory — no retention of night-caught carp. Vegetable baits, boilies and seed imitations only. Campsite signalling (non-green/red light) required. Source: peche51.fr
Managed by AAPPMA locale Marne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Sablière des Longues Viornes 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 des Longues Viornes — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale Marne. 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 Marne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Sablière des Longues Viornes, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale Marne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Sablière des Longues Viornes is 203 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
Night fishing is permitted at Sablière des Longues Viornes — always check the current rules with AAPPMA locale Marne before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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