Haute-Saône · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 26 acres (10 ha)
Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 26 acres (10 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 303mi from Calais
About Étangs de la Grande Chaussée
The 26-acre reservoir of Étangs de la Grande Chaussée sits within the Haute-Saône department of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, offering a substantial expanse of water for visiting anglers. Étangs de la Grande Chaussée holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, and has built a reputation on the French carp fishing circuit.
Étangs de la Grande Chaussée operates as a day-only venue — worth noting for anglers planning longer trips. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Anglers are permitted to bivvy overnight in line with French public water regulations.
Étangs de la Grande Chaussée is 303 miles from Calais. For UK anglers willing to make the drive into Bourgogne-Franche-Comté — a region renowned among UK carp anglers for its quality stillwater fishing — the fishing is well worth it.
Department
Haute-Saône
Region
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
26 acres (10 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
303 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Lure - Les Aynans
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Étangs de la Grande Chaussée holds carp, pike, perch, tench. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 Lure - Les Aynans) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étangs de la Grande Chaussée?+
Étangs de la Grande Chaussée covers 26 acres (10 ha) in Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Étangs de la Grande Chaussée?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étangs de la Grande Chaussée?+
Night fishing at Étangs de la Grande Chaussée is not permitted. Local AAPPMA rules. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Étangs de la Grande Chaussée?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étangs de la Grande Chaussée under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étangs de la Grande Chaussée from Calais?+
Étangs de la Grande Chaussée is approximately 303 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étangs de la Grande Chaussée?+
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 Lure - Les Aynans).
Fishing in Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Haute-Saône 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.
