Jura · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 28 acres (11 ha)
Jura, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 28 acres (11 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 324mi from Calais
About Étang de Chêne-Bernard
Étang de Chêne-Bernard is a small public reservoir in the Jura department of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, covering 11 hectares (28-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Étang de Chêne-Bernard is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 324 miles from Calais, Étang de Chêne-Bernard requires a longer journey from the UK, but Bourgogne-Franche-Comté — a region renowned among UK carp anglers for its quality stillwater fishing — rewards the trip.
Department
Jura
Region
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
28 acres (11 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
324 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA La Gaule Lédonienne (Lons-le-Saunier)
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Étang de Chêne-Bernard 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 La Gaule Lédonienne (Lons-le-Saunier)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de Chêne-Bernard?+
Étang de Chêne-Bernard covers 28 acres (11 ha) in Jura, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Chêne-Bernard?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Chêne-Bernard?+
Night fishing at Étang de Chêne-Bernard is not permitted. Local AAPPMA rules. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Chêne-Bernard?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Chêne-Bernard under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Chêne-Bernard from Calais?+
Étang de Chêne-Bernard is approximately 324 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Chêne-Bernard?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche, available from cartedepeche.fr. You will also need to be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA La Gaule Lédonienne (Lons-le-Saunier)).
Fishing in Jura, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Jura is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Bourgogne-Franche-Comté departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
