Grand Étang d'Annéville is a compact 10.6-hectare reservoir in Haute-Marne offering solid carp fishing alongside pike and tench in a quieter eastern French setting—roughly 239 miles from Calais. Day fishing only and bank-only access keeps it intimate, with stable populations of carp that respond well to proper groundbaiting. You'll need to purchase your AAPPMA permit locally before fishing.
Night fishing at Grand Étang d'Annéville is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Haute-Marne requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Lacs du Der (shared with Aube/Marne) and other large venues may be authorised. Check peche52.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: peche52.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Grand Étang d'Annéville under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Haute-Marne card (CHI/EHGO/URNE).
Managed by AAPPMA locale Haute-Marne. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Grand Étang d'Annéville holds carp, pike, perch, tench. Carp are the primary draw for visiting UK anglers. All carp should be handled with care and returned promptly. A landing mat and unhooking mat are essential kit for any carp session.
A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Grand Étang d'Annéville — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA locale Haute-Marne. 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 Haute-Marne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Grand Étang d'Annéville, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA locale Haute-Marne is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Grand Étang d'Annéville is 239 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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