Étang de Beaubery is a intimate 12-hectare reservoir in Burgundy offering solid carp and tench prospects in a peaceful, secluded setting—ideal if you want to escape the busier French venues. Bank fishing only with day-session fishing, so plan your trips accordingly, though the calm waters suit methodical approach work perfectly. Note: You'll need an AAPPMA permit from Palinges/Charolles and a French fishing licence; contact the local federation before your visit to confirm access and current conditions.
Étang de Beaubery is 336 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Bourgogne-Franche-Comté — a region renowned among UK carp anglers for its quality stillwater fishing — the fishing is well worth it.
Night fishing at Étang de Beaubery is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Saône-et-Loire's 2026 arrêté only covers specifically designated sites — this lake is not among them. Source: peche-saone-et-loire.fr/peche-pratique/carpe-de-nuit/ Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Beaubery under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Saône-et-Loire card (CHI/EHGO/URNE).
Managed by AAPPMA Palinges / Charolles – Secteur. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Beaubery 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 Beaubery — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Palinges / Charolles – Secteur. 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 Palinges / Charolles – Secteur) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Beaubery, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Palinges / Charolles – Secteur is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Beaubery is 336 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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