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Étang de Chavenne is a compact 14-hectare natural lake in Haute-Saône offering solid carp fishing alongside pike, perch, bream and tench — ideal for a focused session without the crowds of larger venues. Night fishing is permitted, making it a genuine option for extended trips, though you'll need to confirm current rules with AAPPMA de Haute-Saône beforehand. Located 301 miles from Calais and bank-fished only, it suits anglers seeking a quieter, intimate water in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region.
Practical note: Obtain your French fishing licence (cartes de pêche) and check AAPPMA de Haute-Saône membership requirements before arrival — essential for legal night fishing.
Night fishing at Étang de Chavenne is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Haute-Saône requires specific authorisation per annual arrêté. Check the full list in the 2026 arrêté at peche-haute-saone.fr before fishing at night. Source: peche-haute-saone.fr + arrêté DDT/2025 n°403
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Chavenne under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Haute-Saône departmental card.
Managed by AAPPMA de Haute-Saône. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
Étang de Chavenne holds carp, pike, perch, bream, 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 Chavenne — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Haute-Saône. Licences are available online before your trip.
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France is the closest mainland European fishing destination for UK anglers. The Channel Tunnel (Folkestone–Calais, ~35 min) is the fastest crossing, while P&O Ferries (Dover–Calais, ~90 min) offer good value for heavy kit. Most northern French venues are within 2–4 hours of Calais; southern venues require a full day of driving.
A Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence) is required for all freshwater fishing. Buy online at cartedepeche.fr before you travel. Annual, weekly and daily options are available and include your AAPPMA affiliation for the selected department.
To fish Étang de Chavenne, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Haute-Saône is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Chavenne is 301 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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France offers outstanding fishing year-round. The main coarse close season applies to some rivers (typically January–March for certain species), but still-water carp fishing on private and AAPPMA-managed lakes is available throughout the year. Spring (March–June) is the classic French carp season, with fish actively feeding and moving into shallow margins. Summer nights (June–August) are ideal for big-fish sessions on the large public reservoirs and rivers. Autumn (September–November) is particularly productive on the Auvergne and Languedoc lakes as temperatures drop. The Loire and Saône river systems produce excellent catfish sport from June through September, while the Dordogne and its tributaries fish well for chub, barbel and trout from spring through autumn.
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