This intimate 6.4-hectare gravel pit in Haute-Saône offers a peaceful day-session venue for UK carp anglers seeking quieter water away from busy tourist spots—perfect if you're exploring the Bourgogne region, around 290 miles from Calais. Bank fishing only with a mixed coarse population including good carp stocks makes it ideal for anglers who prefer close-range tactics and a more intimate setting. Day fishing only due to safety restrictions, so plan accordingly if this stop fits your France itinerary.
Practical note: You'll need a valid AAPPMA licence from the local St-Loup-sur-Semouse association—pick one up on arrival or arrange in advance through their office.
Night fishing at Gravière de Saint-Loup sur Semouse is authorised under Haute-Saône regulations. Night carp confirmed on designated parcours in Haute-Saône — one of the 21 confirmed night carp venues listed by AAPPMA (8 on the Saône river, 7 on the Ognon, 2 on the Durgeon, 4 on lakes: Lac des 7 Chevaux, Lac de Vaivre, Étang Mollet, Les Vernayes). Verify this specific lake's identity on the GEOPECHE interactive map at peche-haute-saone.com/cartes-interactives-peche-haute-saone.html. Year-round (1 Jan–31 Dec 2026), all days. Vegetable baits/boilies only. Immediate release — no keep-sack. No live transport of carp >60cm at any time. Source: peche-haute-saone.com/les-parcours-specifiques.html
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Gravière de Saint-Loup sur Semouse under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA St-Loup-sur-Semouse. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Gravière de Saint-Loup sur Semouse 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 Gravière de Saint-Loup sur Semouse — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA St-Loup-sur-Semouse. 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 St-Loup-sur-Semouse) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Gravière de Saint-Loup sur Semouse, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA St-Loup-sur-Semouse is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Gravière de Saint-Loup sur Semouse is 290 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Gravière de Saint-Loup sur Semouse — always check the current rules with AAPPMA St-Loup-sur-Semouse before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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