Vosges, Grand Est 32 acres (13 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 287mi from Calais
About Étang de Corbéfaing
Étang de Corbéfaing is a small public reservoir in the Vosges department of Grand Est, covering 13 hectares (32-acre) of open water. The fishery holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Fishing at Étang de Corbéfaing is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Étang de Corbéfaing lies 287 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Grand Est, a region bordering Germany and Luxembourg, popular with UK anglers for its proximity and excellent lake fishing.
Department
Vosges
Region
Grand Est
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
32 acres (13 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
287 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA locale Vosges
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA locale Vosges) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de Corbéfaing?+
Étang de Corbéfaing covers 32 acres (13 ha) in Vosges, Grand Est, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Corbéfaing?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Corbéfaing?+
Night fishing at Étang de Corbéfaing is not permitted. 1st Cat. / Day only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Corbéfaing?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Corbéfaing under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Corbéfaing from Calais?+
Étang de Corbéfaing is approximately 287 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Corbéfaing?+
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 locale Vosges).
Fishing in Vosges, Grand Est
Vosges is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Grand Est departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
