Haute-Saône · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 65 acres (26 ha)
Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 65 acres (26 ha) Gravel pit Night fishing Boats allowed Bivvy permitted 292mi from Calais
About Gravière de Grands Gabions
Gravière de Grands Gabions is a worked-out gravel pit in Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, now a small public fishing venue covering 26 hectares. The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Night fishing is permitted at Gravière de Grands Gabions — Year-round. Marked zones. Regarding boats: Float-tube allowed. No motors. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
Gravière de Grands Gabions lies 292 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, a region renowned among UK carp anglers for its quality stillwater fishing.
Department
Haute-Saône
Region
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
65 acres (26 ha)
Night Fishing
Permitted
Boats
Allowed
From Calais
292 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA La Gaule Vésulienne
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Gravière de Grands Gabions holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, 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 La Gaule Vésulienne) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Gravière de Grands Gabions?+
Gravière de Grands Gabions covers 65 acres (26 ha) in Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Gravière de Grands Gabions?+
The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Gravière de Grands Gabions?+
Night fishing at Gravière de Grands Gabions is permitted. Year-round. Marked zones.
Are bivvies allowed at Gravière de Grands Gabions?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Gravière de Grands Gabions under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Gravière de Grands Gabions from Calais?+
Gravière de Grands Gabions is approximately 292 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Gravière de Grands Gabions?+
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 La Gaule Vésulienne).
Fishing in Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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