How big is Cornée des Rèthes?

Cornée des Rèthes covers 26 acres (10 ha) in Moselle, Grand Est, France.

What fish can I catch at Cornée des Rèthes?

The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.

Is night fishing allowed at Cornée des Rèthes?

Night fishing at Cornée des Rèthes is not permitted. Day fishing only.

Are bivvies allowed at Cornée des Rèthes?

Bivvy camping is permitted at Cornée des Rèthes under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.

How far is Cornée des Rèthes from Calais?

Cornée des Rèthes is approximately 272 miles from Calais by road.

Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Cornée des Rèthes?

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 locale Moselle).

Cornée des Rèthes, Moselle, France

Name: Cornée des Rèthes
Address: Moselle, FR

Moselle, Grand Est 26 acres (10 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 272mi from Calais

About Cornée des Rèthes

Cornée des Rèthes is a small public reservoir in the Moselle department of Grand Est, covering 10 hectares (26-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.

Fishing at Cornée des Rèthes is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.

Cornée des Rèthes lies 272 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Grand Est, a region bordering Germany and Luxembourg, popular with UK anglers for its proximity and excellent lake fishing.

Department

Moselle

Region

Grand Est

Water Type

Reservoir

Size

26 acres (10 ha)

Night Fishing

Not permitted

Boats

Not allowed

From Calais

272 miles

Managed by

AAPPMA locale Moselle

Fish Species at Cornée des Rèthes

Cornée des Rèthes holds carp, pike, perch, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.

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Fishing Season & Rules

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 locale Moselle) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is Cornée des Rèthes?+

Cornée des Rèthes covers 26 acres (10 ha) in Moselle, Grand Est, France.
What fish can I catch at Cornée des Rèthes?+

The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Cornée des Rèthes?+

Night fishing at Cornée des Rèthes is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Cornée des Rèthes?+

Bivvy camping is permitted at Cornée des Rèthes under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Cornée des Rèthes from Calais?+

Cornée des Rèthes is approximately 272 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Cornée des Rèthes?+

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 locale Moselle).

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