Nièvre · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 54 acres (22 ha)
Nièvre, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 54 acres (22 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 261mi from Calais
About Étang de Marrault (Étang du Haut)
Formed by damming a river valley in Nièvre, Étang de Marrault (Étang du Haut) is a small public reservoir covering 22 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. Species present include Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch and Pike.
Night fishing is not permitted at Étang de Marrault (Étang du Haut), so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Étang de Marrault (Étang du Haut) lies 261 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, a region renowned among UK carp anglers for its quality stillwater fishing.
Department
Nièvre
Region
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
54 acres (22 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
261 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Lormes – Le Gardon (Lormes-Chaumeçon)
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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 Lormes – Le Gardon (Lormes-Chaumeçon)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de Marrault (Étang du Haut)?+
Étang de Marrault (Étang du Haut) covers 54 acres (22 ha) in Nièvre, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Marrault (Étang du Haut)?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Marrault (Étang du Haut)?+
Night fishing at Étang de Marrault (Étang du Haut) is not permitted. High altitude pond. Daylight only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Marrault (Étang du Haut)?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Marrault (Étang du Haut) under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Marrault (Étang du Haut) from Calais?+
Étang de Marrault (Étang du Haut) is approximately 261 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Marrault (Étang du Haut)?+
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 Lormes – Le Gardon (Lormes-Chaumeçon)).
Fishing in Nièvre, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Nièvre 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.
