Lac de Saint-Point Lamartine is a intimate 10-hectare reservoir in Bourgogne offering solid day-session carp fishing in a peaceful, leisure-focused setting around 343 miles from Calais. The small size and bank-only access make it ideal for anglers seeking a quieter alternative to busier French waters, with good populations of carp, pike, perch and tench. You'll need an AAPPMA licence from Cluny – Lac de Saint-Point Lamartine, and note that night fishing is not permitted here.
Night fishing at Lac de Saint-Point Lamartine is authorised under Saône-et-Loire regulations. Night carp confirmed on designated parcours. Season: 1 March–31 December (opening dates from début mars per destination-saone-et-loire.fr). Night fishing cards (nocturne supplement) sold at Gamm Vert Tramayes. Bank fishing only. Vegetable baits/boilies only. Silure and sandre strictly prohibited at night. Immediate release — no keep-sack. Carpe >60cm: no live transport. Source: peche-saone-et-loire.fr (Arrêté 2026-0031-DDT) Source: destination-saone-et-loire.fr/fr/activite/lac-de-saint-point-lamartine.html
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac de Saint-Point Lamartine under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Saône-et-Loire card (CHI/EHGO/URNE).
Managed by AAPPMA Cluny – Lac de Saint-Point Lamartine. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Lac de Saint-Point Lamartine 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 Lac de Saint-Point Lamartine — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Cluny – Lac de Saint-Point Lamartine. 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 Cluny – Lac de Saint-Point Lamartine) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Lac de Saint-Point Lamartine, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Cluny – Lac de Saint-Point Lamartine is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Lac de Saint-Point Lamartine is 343 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Lac de Saint-Point Lamartine — always check the current rules with AAPPMA Cluny – Lac de Saint-Point Lamartine before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
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