Étang Comé is a compact 10.8-hectare reservoir in Meuse offering solid day-fishing opportunities for carp alongside pike, perch and tench—ideal if you're exploring eastern France without the crowds. Bank fishing only and no night sessions means you'll be planning shorter, focused sessions around 220 miles from Calais, though the intimate size makes it manageable for a day trip from a base elsewhere in the region. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and membership with the local AAPPMA Meuse to fish here.
Night fishing at Étang Comé is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Meuse night carp is only permitted 1 April–14 October on specifically designated parcours (Ballastières fédérales du Val de Meuse, Lac de Madine, and specific river sections). Source: peche55.fr/3178-reglementation.htm Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang Comé under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA locale Meuse. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang Comé holds carp, pike, perch, tench. 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 Comé — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale Meuse. Licences are available online before your trip.
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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 locale Meuse) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang Comé, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale Meuse is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang Comé is 220 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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