Saône-et-Loire · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté · France · 52 acres (21 ha)
Saône-et-Loire, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté 52 acres (21 ha) Reservoir No night fishing Bivvy permitted 298mi from Calais
About Plan d'Eau du Vallon
Formed by damming a river valley in Saône-et-Loire, Plan d'Eau du Vallon is a small public reservoir covering 21 hectares and one of the more significant fisheries in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. Species include Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Tench and Bream — with carp fishing the primary attraction for travelling anglers.
Night fishing is not permitted at Plan d'Eau du Vallon, so plan accordingly. Regarding boats: Bank fishing only. Overnight bivouac camping is authorised, ideal for multi-day carp sessions.
Plan d'Eau du Vallon lies 298 miles from Calais — a comfortable day's drive for visiting anglers heading into Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, a region renowned among UK carp anglers for its quality stillwater fishing.
Department
Saône-et-Loire
Region
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Water Type
Reservoir
Size
52 acres (21 ha)
Night Fishing
Not permitted
Boats
Not allowed
From Calais
298 miles
Managed by
AAPPMA Autun – Plan d'Eau du Vallon
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Plan d'Eau du Vallon holds carp, catfish, pike, perch, tench, bream. Carp fishing is the primary draw for visiting UK anglers, with fish present throughout the venue.
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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 Autun – Plan d'Eau du Vallon) before fishing. French fishing regulations can change seasonally.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Plan d'Eau du Vallon?+
Plan d'Eau du Vallon covers 52 acres (21 ha) in Saône-et-Loire, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
What fish can I catch at Plan d'Eau du Vallon?+
The water holds Carp, Catfish, Pike, Perch, Tench, Bream.
Is night fishing allowed at Plan d'Eau du Vallon?+
Night fishing at Plan d'Eau du Vallon is not permitted. Urban lake (Autun). Day only.
Are bivvies allowed at Plan d'Eau du Vallon?+
Bivvy camping is permitted at Plan d'Eau du Vallon under standard French bivouac law. Always check local rules before fishing.
How far is Plan d'Eau du Vallon from Calais?+
Plan d'Eau du Vallon is approximately 298 miles from Calais by road.
Do I need a French fishing licence to fish Plan d'Eau du Vallon?+
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 (AAPPMA Autun – Plan d'Eau du Vallon).
Fishing in Saône-et-Loire, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
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