Étang de la Maisonnette is a compact 21-hectare reservoir in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté offering solid carp and catfish fishing in a peaceful, well-managed setting—ideal if you're seeking a quieter alternative to busier French venues. Bank fishing only, daylight hours, so plan accordingly for a relaxed day session roughly 300 miles from Calais. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA Breuchin - Lanterne membership to fish here.
Night fishing at Étang de la Maisonnette is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Haute-Saône requires specific authorisation per annual arrêté. Check the full list in the 2026 arrêté at peche-haute-saone.fr before fishing at night. Source: peche-haute-saone.fr + arrêté DDT/2025 n°403
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de la Maisonnette under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Haute-Saône departmental card.
Managed by AAPPMA Breuchin - Lanterne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Maisonnette holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, 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 Maisonnette — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Breuchin - Lanterne. 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 Breuchin - Lanterne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de la Maisonnette, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Breuchin - Lanterne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de la Maisonnette is 302 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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