Located in Hainaut, Belgium, Étang Franquet is a intimate public lake of 1 hectares open to public fishing. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch, Roach, Tench, Bream, with carp the main target for travelling anglers.
For carp anglers, night fishing at Étang Franquet is authorised: Night fishing permitted in Flanders with valid Groot visverlof (ANB/Natuur en Bos); verify whether this water is designated EVZ (ecologically valuable water) as site-specific restrictions may apply.. Regarding boats: Boat access on Flemish still waters varies by club; check with the managing club or ANB before launching any vessel..
Étang Franquet is 89 miles from Calais — closer than many French venues and easily reached via the Channel Tunnel.
Night fishing is permitted at Étang Franquet. Night fishing permitted in Flanders with valid Groot visverlof (ANB/Natuur en Bos); verify whether this water is designated EVZ (ecologically valuable water) as site-specific restrictions may apply.
Boats: Boat access is restricted at Étang Franquet. Boat access on Flemish still waters varies by club; check with the managing club or ANB before launching any vessel.
Permits required: Groot visverlof (general fishing licence, ~€14.50/year) required in Flanders — purchase online at visverlof.be or from local fishing clubs.
Fishing in Wallonia requires a Permis de Pêche (Walloon government). Available online at peche.wallonie.be. Some venues may require additional permits — check with the local fishing authority.
Local authority: Fédération Sportive des Pêcheurs Francophones de Belgique · www.fspfb.be
Étang Franquet holds carp, pike, perch, roach, tench, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers.
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Étang Franquet is 89 miles from Calais — within 90 minutes of the Channel Tunnel, ideal for a short break. Always verify current rules on the individual venue page before your session.
Hainaut is home to a number of public fishing venues accessible with a valid Belgian fishing permit. Use PiscaMaps to find all venues in Hainaut and across Belgium.