Étang du Moulin is a compact 14-hectare reservoir in Bourgogne offering solid mixed fishing with healthy carp and pike populations alongside tench and perch. Day fishing only (no night sessions), bank access throughout, and no boats mean a more relaxed, accessible approach—ideal if you want a quieter alternative to the busier French venues. Located 289 miles from Calais in Saône-et-Loire, it's well-positioned for a midweek break. You'll need to join the local AAPPMA Toulon-sur-Arroux–Secteur and purchase a French fishing licence before your trip.
Night fishing at Étang du Moulin 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 du Moulin 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 Toulon-sur-Arroux – Secteur. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang du Moulin holds carp, pike, perch, tench. 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 Moulin — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Toulon-sur-Arroux – Secteur. 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 Toulon-sur-Arroux – Secteur) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang du Moulin, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Toulon-sur-Arroux – Secteur is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang du Moulin is 289 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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