Haute-Saône · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 25 acres (10 ha)
Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 25 acres (10 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 303mi from Calais
About Étang de Plate Pierre
Formed by damming a river valley in Haute-Saône, Étang de Plate Pierre is a small public reservoir covering 10 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Étang de Plate Pierre, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 303 miles from Calais, Étang de Plate Pierre 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.
Department
Haute-Saône
Region
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
25 acres (10 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
303 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Luxeuil-les-Bains
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Étang de Plate Pierre holds carp, pike, perch, tench. 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 de Luxeuil-les-Bains) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang de Plate Pierre?+
Étang de Plate Pierre covers 25 acres (10 ha) in Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang de Plate Pierre?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang de Plate Pierre?+
Night fishing at Étang de Plate Pierre is not permitted. Private managed.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang de Plate Pierre?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang de Plate Pierre under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang de Plate Pierre from Calais?+
Étang de Plate Pierre is approximately 303 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang de Plate Pierre?+
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 de Luxeuil-les-Bains).
Fishing in Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Haute-Saône 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.
