L'Excavateur is a compact 10-hectare reservoir in the Jura that delivers solid carp fishing alongside pike and tench in a scenic, peaceful setting. Day fishing only (no night fishing under local AAPPMA rules), so this suits anglers wanting shorter sessions or exploring new venues during a wider French trip. Bank fishing works perfectly here—the modest size makes it manageable to cover productive swims, and at 318 miles from Calais it's ideal for combining with other Bourgogne-Franche-Comté waters. You'll need a valid French fishing licence and permit from AAPPMA La Brème de l'Ognon (based in Vitreux/Pagney).
Night fishing at l'Excavateur is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Jura's arrêté only covers specific designated venues — this lake is not among them. Source: peche-jura.com/parcours-carpe-de-nuit.html Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at l'Excavateur under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA La Brème de l'Ognon (Vitreux/Pagney). Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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l'Excavateur 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 l'Excavateur — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA La Brème de l'Ognon (Vitreux/Pagney). 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 La Brème de l'Ognon (Vitreux/Pagney)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish l'Excavateur, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA La Brème de l'Ognon (Vitreux/Pagney) is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. l'Excavateur is 318 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
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