Yvelines · Île-de-France · France · 2 acres (1 ha)
Yvelines, Île-de-France 2 acres (1 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang de Goupigny
Étang de Goupigny is a shallow lowland pond located in the Yvelines department of Île-de-France, offering classic coarse fishing in the gently rolling countryside west of Paris. This intimate étang is ideal for anglers targeting peaceful waters where traditional French pond fishing techniques can be effectively employed.
Department
Yvelines
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Water
Size
2 acres (1 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
AAPPMA de Gambais
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang de Goupigny
Night fishing at Étang de Goupigny is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 78 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang de Goupigny.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Goupigny 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 AAPPMA de Gambais. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Étang de Goupigny — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Gambais. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang de Goupigny covers 2 acres (1 ha) in Yvelines, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Goupigny?+
The water holds carp, tench, bream, roach, perch, pike, crucian carp.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Goupigny?+
Night fishing at Étang de Goupigny 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 de Goupigny?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Goupigny 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 de Goupigny?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang de Goupigny. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Goupigny?+
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 de Gambais). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang de Goupigny
To fish Étang de Goupigny, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Gambais is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
