Territoire de Belfort · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 86 acres (35 ha)
Territoire de Belfort, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 86 acres (35 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 317mi from Calais
About Étang de la Véronne
The 86-acre reservoir of Étang de la Véronne sits within the Territoire de Belfort department of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Étang de la Véronne holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Étang de la Véronne operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Étang de la Véronne is 317 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.
Department
Territoire de Belfort
Region
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
86 acres (35 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
317 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Belfort/Bavilliers – La Douce Savoureuse
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Étang de la Véronne holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 Belfort/Bavilliers – La Douce Savoureuse) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de la Véronne?+
Étang de la Véronne covers 86 acres (35 ha) in Territoire de Belfort, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de la Véronne?+
The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de la Véronne?+
Night fishing at Étang de la Véronne is not permitted. Protected nature site.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de la Véronne?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de la Véronne under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de la Véronne from Calais?+
Étang de la Véronne is approximately 317 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de la Véronne?+
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 Belfort/Bavilliers – La Douce Savoureuse).
Fishing in Territoire de Belfort, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Territoire de Belfort 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.
