Moselle, Grand Est 311 acres (126 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 269mi from Calais
About Grand Étang de Mittersheim dit le Lac Vert
Grand Étang de Mittersheim dit le Lac Vert is a medium-sized public reservoir in the Moselle department of Grand Est, covering 126 hectares (311-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Grand Étang de Mittersheim dit le Lac Vert is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Electric & Oars. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 269 miles from Calais, Grand Étang de Mittersheim dit le Lac Vert is a popular destination for anglers exploring Grand Est, a region bordering Germany and Luxembourg, popular with UK anglers for its proximity and excellent lake fishing.
Department
Moselle
Region
Grand Est
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
311 acres (126 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
269 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA de Mittersheim
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Fish Species at Grand Étang de Mittersheim dit le Lac Vert
Grand Étang de Mittersheim dit le Lac Vert holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. 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 de Mittersheim) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Grand Étang de Mittersheim dit le Lac Vert?+
Grand Étang de Mittersheim dit le Lac Vert covers 311 acres (126 ha) in Moselle, Grand Est, France.
What fish can I catch at Grand Étang de Mittersheim dit le Lac Vert?+
The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Zander, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Grand Étang de Mittersheim dit le Lac Vert?+
Night fishing at Grand Étang de Mittersheim dit le Lac Vert is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Grand Étang de Mittersheim dit le Lac Vert?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Grand Étang de Mittersheim dit le Lac Vert under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Grand Étang de Mittersheim dit le Lac Vert from Calais?+
Grand Étang de Mittersheim dit le Lac Vert is approximately 269 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Grand Étang de Mittersheim dit le Lac Vert?+
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 de Mittersheim).
Fishing in Moselle, Grand Est
Moselle is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Grand Est departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
