Étang de Chénomenne is a modest 16-hectare reservoir in Burgundy offering decent carp and tench fishing in a quiet, unspoilt setting—perfect if you're seeking an alternative to busier French venues. Bank fishing only and strictly day-fishing (local AAPPMA rules), so plan your sessions accordingly; pike and perch add variety if the carp slow down. Located 278 miles from Calais in Côte-d'Or, it's well worth the drive for a relaxed trip. You'll need to purchase a day ticket or season permit from AAPPMA de Saulieu before fishing.
Night fishing at Étang de Chénomenne is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Côte-d'Or night carp (1 April–30 November 2026, vignette €15 required) is only permitted on: Plans d'eau de Morteuil (Merceuil), Sablière du Letto rive Ouest (Beire-le-Châtel), Sablière fédérale n°3 (Bressey-sur-Tille), Sablière n°6 (Beire-le-Châtel). This lake is not among them. Source: fedepeche21.com/media/2025/12/Livret-2026_web.pdf p34-35 Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de Chénomenne under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Côte-d'Or departmental card.
Managed by AAPPMA de Saulieu. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Chénomenne holds carp, pike, perch, tench, bream. 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 Chénomenne — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Saulieu. 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 Saulieu) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Chénomenne, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Saulieu is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Chénomenne is 278 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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