Étang de Martenet is a compact 17.6-hectare reservoir in Burgundy offering solid carp and tench fishing across a manageable bank-only venue—ideal if you prefer intimate, underpressured water away from the crowds. Expect mixed species including pike and bream, though day fishing only (no night sessions) means you'll need to plan your trip around daylight hours. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA card from the local Matour–Secteur Brionnais association before wetting a line.
At 314 miles from Calais, Étang de Martenet requires a longer journey from the UK, but Bourgogne-Franche-Comté — a region renowned among UK carp anglers for its quality stillwater fishing — rewards the trip.
Night fishing at Étang de Martenet 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 Martenet 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 Matour – Secteur Brionnais. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Martenet holds carp, 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 Martenet — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Matour – Secteur Brionnais. 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 Matour – Secteur Brionnais) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Martenet, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Matour – Secteur Brionnais is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Martenet is 314 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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