Côte-d'Or · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 74 acres (30 ha)
Côte-d'Or, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 74 acres (30 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 285mi from Calais
About Étang du Fourneau
Formed by damming a river valley in Côte-d'Or, Étang du Fourneau is a small public reservoir covering 30 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 du Fourneau, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 285 miles from Calais, Étang du Fourneau is a popular destination for anglers exploring Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, a region renowned among UK carp anglers for its quality stillwater fishing.
Department
Côte-d'Or
Region
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
74 acres (30 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
285 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Saulieu
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1st Category (Salmonid) water. Trout season: 14 Mar–20 Sep 2026. No night fishing permitted. Carp/coarse: all year.
Always verify current rules with the local AAPPMA (AAPPMA de Saulieu) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang du Fourneau?+
Étang du Fourneau covers 74 acres (30 ha) in Côte-d'Or, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang du Fourneau?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang du Fourneau?+
Night fishing at Étang du Fourneau is not permitted. 1st Category. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang du Fourneau?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang du Fourneau under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang du Fourneau from Calais?+
Étang du Fourneau is approximately 285 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang du Fourneau?+
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 Saulieu).
Fishing in Côte-d'Or, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Côte-d'Or 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.
