Haute-Saône · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 13 acres (5 ha)
Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 13 acres (5 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Bivvy permitted 291mi from Calais
About Étang de l'Emprunt
Étang de l'Emprunt is a worked-out gravel pit in Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, now a intimate public fishing venue covering 5 hectares. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Étang de l'Emprunt is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 291 miles from Calais, Étang de l'Emprunt is a popular destination for anglers exploring Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, a region renowned among UK carp anglers for its quality stillwater fishing.
Department
Haute-Saône
Region
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
13 acres (5 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
291 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Héricourt
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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 Héricourt) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de l'Emprunt?+
Étang de l'Emprunt covers 13 acres (5 ha) in Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de l'Emprunt?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de l'Emprunt?+
Night fishing at Étang de l'Emprunt is not permitted. Local AAPPMA rules.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de l'Emprunt?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de l'Emprunt under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de l'Emprunt from Calais?+
Étang de l'Emprunt is approximately 291 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de l'Emprunt?+
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 de Héricourt).
Fishing in Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Haute-Saône 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.
