Saône-et-Loire · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 61 acres (25 ha)
Saône-et-Loire, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 61 acres (25 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 318mi from Calais
About la Grande Mare
Formed by damming a river valley in Saône-et-Loire, la Grande Mare is a small public reservoir covering 25 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. Species include Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at la Grande Mare, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
At 318 miles from Calais, la Grande Mare 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
61 acres (25 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
318 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Saint-Germain-du-Bois – Étangs
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la Grande Mare 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 Saint-Germain-du-Bois – Étangs) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is la Grande Mare?+
la Grande Mare covers 61 acres (25 ha) in Saône-et-Loire, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at la Grande Mare?+
The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at la Grande Mare?+
Night fishing at la Grande Mare is not permitted. Private/Local. Daylight only.
Are bivvies allowed at la Grande Mare?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at la Grande Mare under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is la Grande Mare from Calais?+
la Grande Mare is approximately 318 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish la Grande Mare?+
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 Saint-Germain-du-Bois – Étangs).
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.
