Meurthe-et-Moselle · Grand Est · France · 17 acres (7 ha)
Meurthe-et-Moselle, Grand Est 17 acres (7 ha) Gravel pit No night fishing Bivvy permitted 250mi from Calais
About Petit Étang
Petit Étang is a worked-out gravel pit in Meurthe-et-Moselle, Grand Est, now a intimate public fishing venue covering 7 hectares. The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch and Tench, making it a draw for UK carp anglers heading to France.
Fishing at Petit Étang is restricted to daytime hours only. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Bivvy camping is permitted under standard French law.
At 250 miles from Calais, Petit Étang is a popular destination for anglers exploring Grand Est, a region bordering Germany and Luxembourg, popular with UK anglers for its proximity and excellent lake fishing.
Department
Meurthe-et-Moselle
Region
Grand Est
Water Type
Gravel pit
Size
17 acres (7 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
250 miles
Managed by
Fédération de Meurthe-et-Moselle (FDAAPPMA 54)
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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 (Fédération de Meurthe-et-Moselle (FDAAPPMA 54)) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Petit Étang?+
Petit Étang covers 17 acres (7 ha) in Meurthe-et-Moselle, Grand Est, France.
What fish can I catch at Petit Étang?+
The water holds Carp, Pike, Perch, Tench.
Is night fishing allowed at Petit Étang?+
Night fishing at Petit Étang is not permitted. Day fishing only.
Are bivvies allowed at Petit Étang?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Petit Étang under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Petit Étang from Calais?+
Petit Étang is approximately 250 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Petit Étang?+
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 (Fédération de Meurthe-et-Moselle (FDAAPPMA 54)).
Fishing in Meurthe-et-Moselle, Grand Est
Meurthe-et-Moselle is home to numerous fishing venues accessible to UK anglers. PiscaMaps covers lakes, reservoirs, rivers and canals across all Grand Est departments, with full rules, species and access information for each venue.
