Étang de Baerenthal is a compact 11.3-hectare reservoir in Alsace offering day-session carp and tench fishing in a quiet, intimate setting — perfect if you're seeking an alternative to busier French venues. Bank fishing only, with solid populations of carp and pike across mixed habitat. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA de Baerenthal membership; the remote location (285 miles from Calais) suits anglers combining multiple venues across eastern France.
Night fishing at Étang de Baerenthal is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Bas-Rhin requires authorisation — contact the AAPPMA managing this gravière. The Bas-Rhin has 300+ gravières, many managed by local AAPPMA with their own night carp rules. Check peche67.fr/5754-plan-deau.htm for the federation-managed plans d'eau. Source: peche67.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Baerenthal under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Bas-Rhin departmental card (URNE).
Managed by AAPPMA de Baerenthal. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Baerenthal 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 de Baerenthal — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Baerenthal. 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 de Baerenthal) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Baerenthal, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Baerenthal is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Baerenthal is 285 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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