Puy-de-Dôme · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes · France · 13 acres (5 ha)
Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 13 acres (5 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Bivvy permitted 368mi from Calais
About Étangs de la Martoise
Étangs de la Martoise is a worked-out gravel pit in Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, now a intimate public fishing venue covering 5 hectares. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Étangs de la Martoise is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 368 miles from Calais, Étangs de la Martoise requires a longer journey from the UK, but Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — one of France's most varied fishing regions, with venues ranging from Alpine lakes to lowland reservoirs — rewards the trip.
Department
Puy-de-Dôme
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
13 acres (5 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
368 miles
Managed by
FD 63 (Fédération de Pêche du Puy-de-Dôme)
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Étangs de la Martoise 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 (FD 63 (Fédération de Pêche du Puy-de-Dôme)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Étangs de la Martoise?+
Étangs de la Martoise covers 13 acres (5 ha) in Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.
What fish can I catch at Étangs de la Martoise?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Étangs de la Martoise?+
Night fishing at Étangs de la Martoise is not permitted. Managed by local AAPPMA.
Are bivvies allowed at Étangs de la Martoise?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Étangs de la Martoise under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Étangs de la Martoise from Calais?+
Étangs de la Martoise is approximately 368 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Étangs de la Martoise?+
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 (FD 63 (Fédération de Pêche du Puy-de-Dôme)).
Fishing in Puy-de-Dôme, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Puy-de-Dôme is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
