Seine-et-Marne · Île-de-France · France · 5 acres (2 ha)
Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France 5 acres (2 ha) Water No night fishing Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Étang de Malaquais
Étang de Malaquais is a shallow lowland pond in the Seine-et-Marne region of Île-de-France, offering classic coarse fishing in the heart of northern France's flat agricultural landscape. This intimate étang is ideal for anglers targeting resident populations in a tranquil rural setting within easy reach of the Paris region.
Department
Seine-et-Marne
Region
Île-de-France
Water Type
Water
Size
5 acres (2 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Seine-et-Marne
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Étang de Malaquais
Night fishing at Étang de Malaquais is permitted but with restrictions. Dept 77 standard rule — verify with local AAPPMA before fishing.
Boat fishing: Boat access is restricted at Étang de Malaquais.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Malaquais 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 Seine-et-Marne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Malaquais holds carp, tench, roach, rudd, bream, pike, perch, crucian carp. 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 Étang de Malaquais — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Seine-et-Marne. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Étang de Malaquais covers 5 acres (2 ha) in Seine-et-Marne, Île-de-France, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Malaquais?+
The water holds Carp, Tench, Roach, Rudd, Bream, Pike, Perch, Crucian Carp. Carp are the primary target for most visiting UK anglers. All carp must be handled with care and returned.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Malaquais?+
Night fishing at Étang de Malaquais is subject to local rules. Dept 77 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 Malaquais?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Malaquais 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 Malaquais?+
Boats are not permitted at Étang de Malaquais. 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 Malaquais?+
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 Seine-et-Marne). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Étang de Malaquais
To fish Étang de Malaquais, 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 Seine-et-Marne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
