Étang du Meix is a compact 24-hectare Jura reservoir offering solid carp and catfish fishing from the bank, with tench and bream adding variety to your sessions. Day fishing only under local rules means early starts are essential, but the peaceful setting rewards dedicated anglers targeting this mixed fishery. You'll need an AAPPMA licence from La Gaule du Val de Brenne and should contact them in advance to confirm bank access and any specific regulations for visiting UK anglers.
At 322 miles from Calais, Étang du Meix 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 du Meix is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Jura's arrêté only covers specific designated venues — this lake is not among them. Source: peche-jura.com/parcours-carpe-de-nuit.html Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang du Meix under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA La Gaule du Val de Brenne (Chaumergy). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang du Meix holds carp, catfish, 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 du Meix — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA La Gaule du Val de Brenne (Chaumergy). 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 La Gaule du Val de Brenne (Chaumergy)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang du Meix, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA La Gaule du Val de Brenne (Chaumergy) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang du Meix is 322 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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