Étang de Rouhey is a modest 48-hectare reservoir in Burgundy offering solid mixed fishing for carp, catfish, pike and zander from the bank—ideal if you're exploring beyond the well-known lakes. Located 294 miles south of Calais, it's a day-fishing-only venue (no night sessions), so best suited as part of a broader trip rather than a dedicated destination. You'll need to contact the local AAPPMA Bourbon-Lancy – Étang du Breuil for a permit and access details before you go.
Étang de Rouhey lies 294 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.
Night fishing at Étang de Rouhey 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 Rouhey 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 Bourbon-Lancy – Étang du Breuil. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang de Rouhey holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, 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 Rouhey — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Bourbon-Lancy – Étang du Breuil. 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 Bourbon-Lancy – Étang du Breuil) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang de Rouhey, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Bourbon-Lancy – Étang du Breuil is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang de Rouhey is 294 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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