Eure, Normandie 36 acres (14 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Bivvy permitted 123mi from Calais
About Sablière du Bois des Sapins
Sablière du Bois des Sapins is a worked-out gravel pit in Eure, Normandie, now a small public fishing venue covering 14 hectares. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Sablière du Bois des Sapins is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 123 miles from Calais, Sablière du Bois des Sapins is within easy reach for visiting anglers. Normandie is one of the closest French regions to the UK, making it particularly accessible for shorter fishing trips.
Department
Eure
Region
Normandie
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
36 acres (14 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
123 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA locale (Eure)
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Sablière du Bois des Sapins 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 (Eure)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Sablière du Bois des Sapins?+
Sablière du Bois des Sapins covers 36 acres (14 ha) in Eure, Normandie, France.
What fish can I catch at Sablière du Bois des Sapins?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Sablière du Bois des Sapins?+
Night fishing at Sablière du Bois des Sapins is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Sablière du Bois des Sapins?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Sablière du Bois des Sapins under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Sablière du Bois des Sapins from Calais?+
Sablière du Bois des Sapins is approximately 123 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Sablière du Bois des Sapins?+
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 (Eure)).
Fishing in Eure, Normandie
Eure is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Normandie departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
