Haute-Saône · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 54 acres (22 ha)
Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 54 acres (22 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 305mi from Calais
About Étang du Grand Saint-Maurice
The 54-acre reservoir of Étang du Grand Saint-Maurice sits within the Haute-Saône department of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Étang du Grand Saint-Maurice holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Étang du Grand Saint-Maurice operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
At 305 miles from Calais, Étang du Grand Saint-Maurice 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
54 acres (22 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
305 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA La Gaule Grayloise
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Étang du Grand Saint-Maurice holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, tench, bream. 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 La Gaule Grayloise) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang du Grand Saint-Maurice?+
Étang du Grand Saint-Maurice covers 54 acres (22 ha) in Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang du Grand Saint-Maurice?+
The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang du Grand Saint-Maurice?+
Night fishing at Étang du Grand Saint-Maurice is not permitted. Local AAPPMA rules. Day sessions.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang du Grand Saint-Maurice?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang du Grand Saint-Maurice under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang du Grand Saint-Maurice from Calais?+
Étang du Grand Saint-Maurice is approximately 305 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang du Grand Saint-Maurice?+
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 La Gaule Grayloise).
Fishing in Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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