Nièvre · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 61 acres (25 ha)
Nièvre, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 61 acres (25 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 277mi from Calais
About Bassin de Compensation de Pannecière
Formed by damming a river valley in Nièvre, Bassin de Compensation de Pannecière is a small public reservoir covering 25 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. Species include Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Bassin de Compensation de Pannecière, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 277 miles from Calais, Bassin de Compensation de Pannecière is a popular destination for anglers exploring Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, a region renowned among UK carp anglers for its quality stillwater fishing.
Department
Nièvre
Region
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
61 acres (25 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
277 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Château-Chinon – La Truite Morvandelle
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Fish Species at Bassin de Compensation de Pannecière
Bassin de Compensation de Pannecière holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, tench, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 (AAPPMA Château-Chinon – La Truite Morvandelle) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Bassin de Compensation de Pannecière?+
Bassin de Compensation de Pannecière covers 61 acres (25 ha) in Nièvre, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Bassin de Compensation de Pannecière?+
The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Bassin de Compensation de Pannecière?+
Night fishing at Bassin de Compensation de Pannecière is not permitted. Compensation basin. Restricted.
Are bivvies allowed at Bassin de Compensation de Pannecière?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Bassin de Compensation de Pannecière under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Bassin de Compensation de Pannecière from Calais?+
Bassin de Compensation de Pannecière is approximately 277 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Bassin de Compensation de Pannecière?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA Château-Chinon – La Truite Morvandelle).
Fishing in Nièvre, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Nièvre is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Bourgogne-Franche-Comté departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
