Étang de la Fosse aux Bois is a 33-hectare forest reservoir in Aube offering day-only bank fishing for carp, catfish and mixed coarse species — ideal for a relaxed daytime session rather than an overnighter. Located 203 miles south of Calais in the peaceful Orient Forest, it's a scenic spot for targeting carp without the pressure of night fishing venues. You'll need an AAPPMA day ticket from the local association to fish here, and boats aren't permitted — pure bank fishing only.
Étang de la Fosse aux Bois lies 203 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.
Night fishing at Étang de la Fosse aux Bois is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Aube's designated night carp venues are the 3 Forêt d'Orient lakes (Orient, Temple, Amance) on 10 specific bank parcours only. This lake is not on the authorised list. Source: fedepeche10.fr/pecher-dans-l-aube/reglementation-carpe-de-nuit-aube Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de la Fosse aux Bois under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA locale Aube. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Fosse aux Bois holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. 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 Fosse aux Bois — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale Aube. 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 locale Aube) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de la Fosse aux Bois, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale Aube is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de la Fosse aux Bois is 203 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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