Étang de la Noue is a compact 30-hectare reservoir in Burgundy offering solid mixed fishing with carp, catfish and pike as headline species — perfect if you want variety without the crowds of larger venues. Bank fishing only and day-use only (no night sessions), so this suits anglers who prefer traditional daytime sessions in a quieter setting around 305 miles south of Calais. You'll need a French fishing licence and permission from AAPPMA Écuisses – Réservoirs; contact them before your trip to confirm access and any seasonal restrictions.
Étang de la Noue is 305 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Bourgogne-Franche-Comté — a region renowned among UK carp anglers for its quality stillwater fishing — the fishing is well worth it.
Night fishing at Étang de la Noue is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Saône-et-Loire's 2026 arrêté only covers specifically designated sites — this lake is not among them. Source: peche-saone-et-loire.fr/peche-pratique/carpe-de-nuit/ Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang de la Noue under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Saône-et-Loire card (CHI/EHGO/URNE).
Managed by AAPPMA Ecuisses – Réservoirs. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de la Noue 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 Noue — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Ecuisses – Réservoirs. 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 Ecuisses – Réservoirs) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de la Noue, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Ecuisses – Réservoirs is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de la Noue is 305 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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