Nièvre · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 30 acres (12 ha)
Nièvre, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 30 acres (12 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 297mi from Calais
About Étang de la Chapelle
Formed by damming a river valley in Nièvre, Étang de la Chapelle is a small public reservoir covering 12 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Étang de la Chapelle, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 297 miles from Calais, Étang de la Chapelle 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
30 acres (12 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
297 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA St-Amand-en-Puisaye – La Gaule Poyaudine
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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 St-Amand-en-Puisaye – La Gaule Poyaudine) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de la Chapelle?+
Étang de la Chapelle covers 30 acres (12 ha) in Nièvre, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de la Chapelle?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de la Chapelle?+
Night fishing at Étang de la Chapelle is not permitted. Local AAPPMA rules. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de la Chapelle?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de la Chapelle under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de la Chapelle from Calais?+
Étang de la Chapelle is approximately 297 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de la Chapelle?+
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 St-Amand-en-Puisaye – La Gaule Poyaudine).
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.
