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Lac du Malsaucy is a scenic 56-hectare reservoir in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region offering solid carp and catfish fishing from the bank, backed by a healthy population of pike, zander and tench — ideal if you're seeking a quieter, less pressured water east of the Calais route. Night fishing is not permitted due to the lake's leisure-zone status, so plan daylight sessions only, though the peaceful setting and diverse species mix make it a worthwhile detour if you're exploring the eastern French circuit. You'll need an AAPPMA day ticket from the local Belfort/Bavilliers association — always pick one up before you cast.
At 317 miles from Calais, Lac du Malsaucy 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.
Night fishing at Lac du Malsaucy is authorised under Territoire de Belfort regulations. Night carp confirmed — Lac du Malsaucy is the main Territoire de Belfort carp venue. Season: per annual arrêté. Vegetable baits only. Immediate release. Source: fd-peche-belfort.fr
Boat fishing: Boats are permitted at Lac du Malsaucy. Large leisure lake — boats permitted.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Lac du Malsaucy under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Required permits & cards: Territoire de Belfort departmental card (URNE/CHI).
Managed by AAPPMA Belfort/Bavilliers – La Douce Savoureuse. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
Lac du Malsaucy holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, zander, tench, bream. 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 du Malsaucy — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Belfort/Bavilliers – La Douce Savoureuse. 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 Belfort/Bavilliers – La Douce Savoureuse) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
France is the closest mainland European fishing destination for UK anglers. The Channel Tunnel (Folkestone–Calais, ~35 min) is the fastest crossing, while P&O Ferries (Dover–Calais, ~90 min) offer good value for heavy kit. Most northern French venues are within 2–4 hours of Calais; southern venues require a full day of driving.
A Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence) is required for all freshwater fishing. Buy online at cartedepeche.fr before you travel. Annual, weekly and daily options are available and include your AAPPMA affiliation for the selected department.
To fish Lac du Malsaucy, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Belfort/Bavilliers – La Douce Savoureuse is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Lac du Malsaucy is 317 miles from Calais — plan for a full travel day from Calais.
Night fishing is permitted at Lac du Malsaucy — always check the current rules with AAPPMA Belfort/Bavilliers – La Douce Savoureuse before your session, as night carp regulations can change seasonally and vary by sector on larger waters.
Territoire de Belfort is home to numerous public fishing venues. Browse all venues in Territoire de Belfort or explore all of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté.
France offers outstanding fishing year-round. The main coarse close season applies to some rivers (typically January–March for certain species), but still-water carp fishing on private and AAPPMA-managed lakes is available throughout the year. Spring (March–June) is the classic French carp season, with fish actively feeding and moving into shallow margins. Summer nights (June–August) are ideal for big-fish sessions on the large public reservoirs and rivers. Autumn (September–November) is particularly productive on the Auvergne and Languedoc lakes as temperatures drop. The Loire and Saône river systems produce excellent catfish sport from June through September, while the Dordogne and its tributaries fish well for chub, barbel and trout from spring through autumn.
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