This intimate 10.42-hectare reservoir in Aube offers quality day-only carp fishing in a quiet, rural setting roughly 214 miles southeast of Calais. Bank fishing only keeps pressure low, making it ideal for anglers seeking a peaceful alternative to busier French venues, with pike and tench adding variety. You'll need to contact the local AAPPMA de Brienne-le-Château to arrange access and obtain your day licence before fishing.
At 214 miles from Calais, Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Brienne-le-Château 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.
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Brienne-le-Château is not permitted. Night carp not authorised on this lake. Aube's designated night carp venues are the 3 Forêt d'Orient lakes (Orient, Temple, Amance) on 10 specific bank parcours only. This lake is not on the authorised list. Source: fedepeche10.fr/pecher-dans-l-aube/reglementation-carpe-de-nuit-aube Anglers must leave the bank before dark.
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Brienne-le-Château under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA de Brienne-le-Château. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
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Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Brienne-le-Château 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 Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Brienne-le-Château — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA de Brienne-le-Château. 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 de Brienne-le-Château) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
To fish Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Brienne-le-Château, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA de Brienne-le-Château is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Plan d'Eau de la Commune de Brienne-le-Château is 214 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
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