Yvelines · Île-de-France · France · 4 acres (2 ha)
Yvelines, Île-de-France 4 acres (2 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang aux Hérons
Étang aux Hérons is a shallow lowland pond situated in the Yvelines department of Île-de-France, offering classic coarse fishing in the gently rolling countryside west of Paris. This productive étang is well-suited for anglers targeting resident populations of carp, tench, and other traditional French pond species in a peaceful, accessible setting.
Department
Yvelines
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Water
Size
4 acres (2 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Yvelines
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang aux Hérons
Night fishing at Étang aux Hérons is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 78 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang aux Hérons.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang aux Hérons under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Yvelines. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang aux Hérons holds common carp, mirror carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, crucian carp, pike, perch.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Étang aux Hérons — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Yvelines. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang aux Hérons covers 4 acres (2 ha) in Yvelines, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang aux Hérons?+
The water holds Common carp, mirror carp, tench, bream, roach, rudd, crucian carp, pike, perch.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang aux Hérons?+
Night fishing at Étang aux Hérons is subject to local rules. Dept 78 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang aux Hérons?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang aux Hérons under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Étang aux Hérons?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang aux Hérons. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang aux Hérons?+
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 (Fédération de Pêche Yvelines). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang aux Hérons
To fish Étang aux Hérons, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Yvelines is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
