Haute-Saône · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 54 acres (22 ha)
Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 54 acres (22 ha) Water No night fishing Electric motors only Bivvy permitted
About Fishing at Lac de Bonnal
Lac de Bonnal is a charming lowland lake in the Haute-Saône region of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, offering peaceful fishing in the gentle countryside of eastern France. This intimate water is ideal for anglers seeking a relaxed day targeting classic French lake species in a pastoral setting.
Department
Haute-Saône
Region
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Water Type
Water
Size
54 acres (22 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Electric only
Managed by
Fédération de Pêche Haute-Saône
Fishing Rules & Regulations — Lac de Bonnal
Night fishing at Lac de Bonnal is not permitted. Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Boat fishing: Only electric motors are permitted — thermal engines are forbidden.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Bonnal under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Managed by Fédération de Pêche Haute-Saône. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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A valid Carte de Pêche is required to fish Lac de Bonnal — you will also need to be affiliated with Fédération de Pêche Haute-Saône. Licences are available online before your trip.
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Lac de Bonnal covers 54 acres (22 ha) in Haute-Saône, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Lac de Bonnal?+
The water holds pike, perch, carp, roach, tench, bream, catfish.
Is night fishing allowed at Lac de Bonnal?+
Night fishing at Lac de Bonnal is not permitted. Plan your trip as a day session and leave the bank before dark.
Are bivvies allowed at Lac de Bonnal?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Lac de Bonnal under standard French bivouac law — one rod, within 10 metres of the water, no open fires. Always confirm current rules with the local AAPPMA before fishing. French Cat2 public water default — bivouac permitted. Verify local rules before overnight stay.
Are boats allowed at Lac de Bonnal?+
Boats are not permitted at Lac de Bonnal. This is a bank fishing venue — all fishing must be done from the bank.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Lac de Bonnal?+
Yes — all anglers fishing in France require a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available from cartedepeche.fr. You must also be affiliated with the local AAPPMA (Fédération de Pêche Haute-Saône). Annual, weekly and daily licences are available online before your trip.
Planning a Trip to Lac de Bonnal
To fish Lac de Bonnal, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with Fédération de Pêche Haute-Saône is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online.
