Eure, Normandie 56 acres (23 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing 120mi from Calais
About Fishing at Sablière des Prés Clos
Sablière des Prés Clos is a compact 22-hectare gravel pit in Normandy offering solid carp fishing alongside pike and tench in a peaceful, bank-accessible setting just 120 miles from Calais. Day fishing only, so it's ideal for anglers wanting structured sessions without the overnight commitment. You'll need an AAPPMA permit from the local Eure association to fish here.
Department
Eure
Region
Normandie
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
56 acres (23 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Unknown
From Calais
120 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA locale (Eure)
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Sablière des Prés Clos
Night fishing at Sablière des Prés Clos is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Eure night carp is authorised on the Seine and its associated ballastières/gravières in river valleys. Whether this specific plan d'eau is on the arrêté: check eure-peche.com for the current list. Source: eure-peche.com/3364-reglementation.htm Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Managed by AAPPMA locale (Eure). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Sablière des Prés Clos 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 des Prés Clos — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale (Eure). 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 (Eure)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Sablière des Prés Clos?+
Sablière des Prés Clos covers 56 acres (23 ha) in Eure, Normandie, France. The lake is a former gravel extraction site now open as a public coarse fishery.
What fish can I catch at Sablière des Prés Clos?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at Sablière des Prés Clos?+
Night fishing at Sablière des Prés Clos is not permitted. Night carp not confirmed on this lake. Eure night carp is authorised on the Seine and its associated ballastières/gravières in river valleys. Whether this specific plan d'eau is on the arrêté: check eure-peche.com for the current list. Source: eure-peche.com/3364-reglementation.htm Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Sablière des Prés Clos?+
Bivvy camping restrictions apply at Sablière des Prés Clos. Full details including any overnight exemptions are available to PiscaMaps members.
Are boats allowed at Sablière des Prés Clos?+
Boat use is restricted at Sablière des Prés Clos. No specific rules found.
How far is Sablière des Prés Clos from Calais?+
Sablière des Prés Clos is approximately 120 miles from Calais by road. One of the more accessible venues in northern France for UK anglers.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Sablière des Prés Clos?+
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 locale (Eure)). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Sablière des Prés Clos
To fish Sablière des Prés Clos, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale (Eure) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Sablière des Prés Clos is 120 miles from Calais — reachable on the day of crossing.
