Formed by damming a river valley in Saône-et-Loire, Étang de Breuil is a small public reservoir covering 12 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Étang de Breuil, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 292 miles from Calais, Étang de Breuil is a popular destination for anglers exploring Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, a region renowned among UK carp anglers for its quality stillwater fishing.
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Étang de Breuil 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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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 Le Breuil – Étang de Breuil) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
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