Étang Matelot is a tiny, intimate natural lake in the Vosges mountains offering a peaceful retreat for specialist anglers targeting pike, perch and tench in pristine surroundings—though note this is day fishing only, so plan accordingly. At just over a hectare, it's bank fishing only with no boats, making it ideal if you're seeking solitude rather than crowds. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and AAPPMA membership (Vosges locale) to fish here; it's roughly 282 miles from Calais, so best combined with other venues on a longer trip east.
Night fishing at Étang Matelot is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Vosges night carp is only permitted on: Lac de Bouzey (specific section), Étang fédéral n°2 de Châtel-sur-Moselle (350m), and river sections of the Moselle and Madon. Source: peche88.fr/reglementation-de-la-peche-nocturne-de-la-carpe-vosges/ Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Étang Matelot under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA locale Vosges. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Étang Matelot holds pike, perch, tench. Pike fishing is a highlight of the venue — spinning, deadbaiting and lure fishing are all effective methods.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Étang Matelot — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale Vosges. 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 locale Vosges) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Étang Matelot, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale Vosges is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Étang Matelot is 282 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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