Territoire de Belfort · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 26 acres (10 ha)
Territoire de Belfort, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 26 acres (10 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 331mi from Calais
About Étang Verchat
Formed by damming a river valley in Territoire de Belfort, Étang Verchat is a small public reservoir covering 10 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. Species include Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Étang Verchat, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 331 miles from Calais, Étang Verchat 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
Territoire de Belfort
Region
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
26 acres (10 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
331 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Rougemont / secteur est Belfort
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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 Rougemont / secteur est Belfort) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étang Verchat?+
Étang Verchat covers 26 acres (10 ha) in Territoire de Belfort, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Étang Verchat?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étang Verchat?+
Night fishing at Étang Verchat is not permitted. Local AAPPMA rules. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étang Verchat?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étang Verchat under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étang Verchat from Calais?+
Étang Verchat is approximately 331 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étang Verchat?+
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 Rougemont / secteur est Belfort).
Fishing in Territoire de Belfort, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Territoire de Belfort 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.
