Saône-et-Loire · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 37 acres (15 ha)
Saône-et-Loire, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 37 acres (15 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 316mi from Calais
About Houillères
Houillères is a small public reservoir in the Saône-et-Loire department of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, covering 15 hectares (37-acre) of open water. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Houillères is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 316 miles from Calais, Houillères requires a longer journey from the UK, but Bourgogne-Franche-Comté — a region renowned among UK carp anglers for its quality stillwater fishing — rewards the trip.
Department
Saône-et-Loire
Region
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
37 acres (15 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
316 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Le Creusot – Houillères secteur
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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 Le Creusot – Houillères secteur) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Houillères?+
Houillères covers 37 acres (15 ha) in Saône-et-Loire, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Houillères?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Houillères?+
Night fishing at Houillères is not permitted. Former mines. Day sessions only.
Are bivvies allowed at Houillères?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Houillères under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Houillères from Calais?+
Houillères is approximately 316 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Houillères?+
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 Le Creusot – Houillères secteur).
Fishing in Saône-et-Loire, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Saône-et-Loire is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Bourgogne-Franche-Comté departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
