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Plan d'Eau des Brocs is a compact 6.5-hectare gravel pit in Yonne offering solid carp and tench sport in a relaxed day-fishing environment, sitting roughly 244 miles south-east of Calais. The intimate setting and bank-only access make it ideal for anglers seeking a quieter alternative to busier venues, with reliable action on carp and good numbers of pike and perch for variety. Day fishing only applies here due to its leisure-focused designation, so plan your sessions accordingly. You'll need a permit from AAPPMA Les Étangs de Puisaye – Saint-Fargeau to fish.
At 244 miles from Calais, Plan d'Eau des Brocs is a popular destination for anglers exploring Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, a region renowned among UK carp anglers for its quality stillwater fishing.
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau des Brocs is permitted but with restrictions. Night carp in Yonne requires specific prefectoral authorisation on designated parcours. Check peche89.fr for the current list before fishing at night. Source: peche89.fr
Bivouac & overnight camping is permitted at Plan d'Eau des Brocs under standard French fishing law — one rod, within 10m of the water, no open fires.
Managed by AAPPMA Les Étangs de Puisaye – Saint-Fargeau. Always verify current rules with the AAPPMA before your session — regulations can change seasonally.
Plan d'Eau des Brocs 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 des Brocs — you will also need to be affiliated with AAPPMA Les Étangs de Puisaye – Saint-Fargeau. 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 Les Étangs de Puisaye – Saint-Fargeau) 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 Plan d'Eau des Brocs, you need a valid Carte de Pêche (French fishing licence), available online at cartedepeche.fr before you leave the UK — affiliation with AAPPMA Les Étangs de Puisaye – Saint-Fargeau is included in the purchase process. Annual, weekly and daily licences are all available online. Plan d'Eau des Brocs is 244 miles from Calais, around 4 hours from the ferry or tunnel.
Yonne is home to numerous public fishing venues. Browse all venues in Yonne 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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