A peaceful 12-hectare reservoir in Bourgogne offering genuine mixed fishing with carp, pike, tench and perch—ideal if you want to escape the pressure of larger French venues. Day fishing only (no night sessions), bank access throughout, and roughly 300 miles from Calais makes this a realistic stop on a broader French trip rather than a dedicated destination. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and membership with the local AAPPMA (St-Amand-en-Puisaye – La Gaule Poyaudine) before casting.
Night fishing at Étang de la Chapelle is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Nièvre's authorised night carp venues are: Lac des Settons (1 Feb–30 Jun, 1 Sep–31 Oct), Lac de Saint-Agnan (1 Mar–30 Jun, 1 Sep–31 Oct, 600m near barrage), Lac de Pannecière (1 Feb–30 Jun, 24 Aug–31 Oct). Lac de Chaumeçon and Étang de Baye are explicitly PROHIBITED. Source: federationdepeche58.fr/parcours-de-peche-3/parcours-carpe-de-nuit-15.html Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de la Chapelle under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Nièvre departmental card or EHGO.
Managed by AAPPMA St-Amand-en-Puisaye – La Gaule Poyaudine. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Chapelle holds carp, pike, perch, tench. 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 la Chapelle — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA St-Amand-en-Puisaye – La Gaule Poyaudine. 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 St-Amand-en-Puisaye – La Gaule Poyaudine) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de la Chapelle, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA St-Amand-en-Puisaye – La Gaule Poyaudine is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de la Chapelle is 297 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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