Sablière Notre-Dame is a compact 8.6-hectare gravel pit in Seine-et-Marne offering solid carp and tench fishing in an intimate setting—perfect for anglers seeking a quieter alternative to busier Île-de-France venues. Bank fishing only with day sessions only, so plan accordingly; the pit holds good populations of carp alongside pike and perch. Located roughly 200 miles south of Calais, it's within reasonable striking distance for a long weekend trip. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA membership (obtainable locally through FDPPMA 77).
Sablière Notre-Dame lies 198 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Île-de-France, the greater Paris region, with a surprising number of quality public fishing venues.
Night fishing at Sablière Notre-Dame is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Seine-et-Marne requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. The full list is only available via the interactive map at federationpeche77.fr/4266-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. Source: federationpeche77.fr/4266-parcours-carpe-de-nuit.htm
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Sablière Notre-Dame under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Sablière Notre-Dame 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 Notre-Dame — you will also need to be affiliated with FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-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 (FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Sablière Notre-Dame, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with FDPPMA 77 / Fédération Pêche Seine-et-Marne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Sablière Notre-Dame is 198 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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