Nièvre · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 64 acres (26 ha)
Nièvre, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 64 acres (26 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 294mi from Calais
About Étang de Chèvres
Étang de Chèvres is a small public reservoir in the Nièvre department of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, covering 26 hectares (64-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Étang de Chèvres is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 294 miles from Calais, Étang de Chèvres is a popular destination for anglers exploring Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, a region renowned among UK carp anglers for its quality stillwater fishing.
Department
Nièvre
Region
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
64 acres (26 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
294 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Château-Chinon – La Truite Morvandelle
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Étang de Chèvres holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, tench, bream. 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 Château-Chinon – La Truite Morvandelle) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de Chèvres?+
Étang de Chèvres covers 64 acres (26 ha) in Nièvre, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Chèvres?+
The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Chèvres?+
Night fishing at Étang de Chèvres is not permitted. Local AAPPMA rules. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Chèvres?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Chèvres under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Chèvres from Calais?+
Étang de Chèvres is approximately 294 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Chèvres?+
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 Château-Chinon – La Truite Morvandelle).
Fishing in Nièvre, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Nièvre 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.
