Nièvre · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 41 acres (17 ha)
Nièvre, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 41 acres (17 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 302mi from Calais
About Étang le Marnant
Formed by damming a river valley in Nièvre, Étang le Marnant is a small public reservoir covering 17 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 le Marnant, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 302 miles from Calais, Étang le Marnant 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
Nièvre
Region
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
41 acres (17 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
302 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Luzy – Le Chevesne
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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 Luzy – Le Chevesne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang le Marnant?+
Étang le Marnant covers 41 acres (17 ha) in Nièvre, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang le Marnant?+
The water holds Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Perch, Pike.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang le Marnant?+
Night fishing at Étang le Marnant is not permitted. 1st Category. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang le Marnant?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang le Marnant under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang le Marnant from Calais?+
Étang le Marnant is approximately 302 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang le Marnant?+
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 Luzy – Le Chevesne).
Fishing in Nièvre, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Nièvre 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.
